Fiction
F. M. Dostoevsky, "Crime and Punishment": a summary
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The novel "Crime and Punishment", a summary of which is given here, was written by F. M. Dostoevsky in the 60s of the 19th century. Many years have passed since then, and it still arouses burning interest among readers. The events described in it are relevant to our time
"Flowers for Algernon" - flash book, emotion book
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Flowers for Algernon is a 1966 novel by Daniel Keyes based on the short story of the same name. The book leaves no one indifferent, and confirmation of this is the award in the field of literature for the best novel of the 66th year. The work belongs to the genre of science fiction. However, when reading its sci-fi component, you do not notice. It imperceptibly fades, fades and fades into the background. Captures the inner world of the main characters
A short retelling of the "Inspector" by actions
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A brief retelling of the "Inspector" may be required from students in literature lessons. It develops the speech and communicative competence of schoolchildren. In addition, a competent omission of details that do not carry a semantic load, but only testify to the good memory of students, will be needed when writing essays or presentations
Sholokhov's biography. Briefly about the great Russian writer
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Sholokhov's biography is briefly described by many literary historians. However, not all narratives give an accurate description of all his activities. In this article, we tried to collect the most accurate information about the life and work of the writer
Remembering our favorite children's fairy tales. Summary: “The Scarlet Flower” by S.T. Aksakov
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"The Scarlet Flower" is a fairy tale known to us since childhood, written by Russian writer S. T. Aksakov. It was first published in 1858. Some researchers of the author's work tend to believe that the plot of this work is borrowed from the fairy tale "Beauty and the Beast" by Madame de Beaumont. Like it or not, to judge the reader. This article provides a summary of the fairy tale "The Scarlet Flower"
Feel the power of good by reading Les Misérables (summary). Hugo will blow your mind
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Writer Victor Hugo was an old-fashioned and modest man. In his demeanor, he was somewhat reminiscent of Zinovy Gerdt. A visible transformation took place with him when he defended his convictions, expressed in oratorical pathos, personal courage. We will be glad, dear readers, if you yourself want to pick up this book after today's acquaintance with the modest attempt of the author of the article to present the novel "Les Misérables" summary
Summary: "Russian Women", Nekrasov N. A
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"Russian Women" Nekrasova N.A. is an ode to the selfless love and moral strength of our compatriots who gave up everything for their husbands
The undeciphered thread of Ariadne of the work "King-fish". Summary of the Astafyev novel
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What does the classic write about in Aesopian language? What is important not to miss in order to isolate when reading the short story "Tsar Fish", a summary? Astafiev, in the era of stagnation, with the flair of a classic, finds a solution to the global pressing question: “How can we live on?”
Summary of Gogol's "The Nose" - stories of the great hoaxer
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Let's decipher the summary of Gogol's "Nose", hidden by the great hoaxer. Gogol wrote the story in an unusual way. It, unfortunately, still remains misunderstood by most lovers of the classics. Even experts mistakenly defined its genre as an absurdist story. In reality, however, it is an epigram story, a cipher story
"Carlson and baby". Summary of the unique work of Astrid Lindgren
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Of course, even from the "richest" collection of books that only exist in the world, the most valuable for most children born in the Soviet and Russian eras is the "immortal" work about Malysh and Carlson, once created by a truly talented writer from Sweden Astrid Lindgren
The unique works of Maxim Kern
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"Albino of the Earth clan" is an incredible book in the fantasy genre. It was released by Maxim Kern in 2015. The work talks about how unlucky a mere mortal is. Ball lightning hit a teacher at an ordinary high school. Naturally, this is certain death. Perhaps the work can be completed. However, Maxim Kern thinks completely differently. Fate gives the teacher another chance
Glen Cook "The Adventures of Garrett": all books in the series, main characters, reviews
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Just as different architectural styles perfectly coexist in a modern city, different genres, worlds and heroes coexist without problems in the works of modern writers. One such author is Glen Cook. He managed to combine both cruel fantasy, and reality, and ordinary people, and mystical creatures. Sprinkling this mixture with a good dose of humor, he placed it in interesting books worth reading
The story of Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev "The Diary of an Extra Man": a summary, plot, characters of the work
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"The superfluous man" is one of the leading themes of 19th century literature. Many Russian writers addressed this topic, but Turgenev addressed it most often. The starting point of this expression was "The Diary of a Superfluous Man"
Gustave Flaubert, "Salambo" (historical novel): summary, reviews
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The significance of Gustave Flaubert in French literature is so great that it is difficult to assess. His works contributed to the discovery of genre forms and entire trends. The refined technique of the author's descriptions even influenced the Impressionist art school
Short tales about animals - the first sources of knowledge
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A fairy tale is the best means for raising children and developing emotions. On the example of its heroes, their actions, the values of life are formed. It depends on parents what will be the attitude of children to books. Short fairy tales about animals help you fall in love with reading, consolidate knowledge about forest dwellers and pets, and develop moral and ethical qualities
Marvel superhero Havok
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In this article we will talk about one of the characters in the Marvel universe. Havok is a mutant superhero who was part of the X-men. The character is known mainly to fans of comics and cartoons based on comics. On the big screen, like the well-known Wolverine, Cyclops or Magneto, he did not appear
The most fascinating fantasy books about elves
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In this article we will present to your attention the best books about elves. The fantasy genre is loved by readers not only for adventure stories and exotic scenery, but also for unusual characters that are sometimes very different from people
History and summary: Nils' journey with wild geese
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The favorite book of many generations of children "Niels' Wonderful Journey with the Wild Geese" is nothing more than a geography textbook. The talent of Selma Lagerlöf turned dry facts into a fascinating story that is read to holes by both children and adults
Gustav Meyrink: biography, creativity, film adaptations of works
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Gustav Meyrink is one of the brightest writers of the late 19th - early 20th centuries, who actively covered the themes of the occult, mysticism and cabalistics in their work. It was thanks to him that the Jewish legend of the clay monster golem entered modern popular culture
M. Sholokhov, "The Fate of Man": review. "The fate of man": main characters, theme, summary
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Great, tragic, sad story. Very kind and bright, heartbreaking, causing tears and giving joy from the fact that two orphaned people found happiness, found each other
The Tale of a Real Man (review). Author and hero
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"The Tale of a Real Man" is an amazing story from the time of the Great Patriotic War about the strength of mind and the miraculous salvation of a Russian soldier, extraordinary perseverance in fulfilling his dream, the reward of which was heaven, love and glory
How many volumes are there in the novel "War and Peace"? Answer to the question and a brief history of writing
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Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy is a Russian writer, author of the novel "War and Peace", academician of the St. Petersburg Academy of Sciences. The creation of "War and Peace" was based on the author's personal interest in the history of that time, political events and the life of the country
Summary of "Father Goriot" by Honore de Balzac: main characters, issues, quotes
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The article analyzes the work "Father Goriot": the key moments of the novel are revealed, the main characters are described, the most vivid quotes are taken
Oseeva, "Dinka": a summary of the book
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The book, which was written in 1959 by Valentina Oseeva, "Dinka" tells about Dinka's childhood, about her strong friendship with the orphan boy Lenka and about their adventures experienced together. This autobiographical story is dedicated to the author's mother and sister
Children's poet Moshkovskaya Emma: funny poems for kids
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Poetess Moshkovskaya Emma had a great childhood. This is what all her poems are about. She, like no one else, feels the nuances of each age, which she talks about
"Bolivar can't stand two" - an immortal quote from the short story by O. Henry
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Perhaps the part of the story "The Roads We Take" about the train robbery was conceived while wandering, and the phrase "Bolivar cannot stand two" turned out to be consonant with the mood of a clerk hiding from the law
"Crystal Mountain": an instructive and interesting tale
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Fairy tales are a genre of literature that originates long before our era. From ancient times, all people at all times were very fond of fairy tales. And this is not at all surprising. Any work of this genre carries a deep meaning, teaches the listener kindness and respect for elders. Russian writer A.N. Afanasiev retold many Russian fairy tales and thus was able to convey and preserve them for many generations
Lilya Brik. Biography of the muse of Vladimir Mayakovsky
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Is it easy to be the muse of a great man? Probably not, if only because you will have to remain in its shadow all your life (and after death too). And even their own merits and virtues will be powerless before the name of a genius. The heroine of our article, Lilya Brik, was also awarded this lot. Her biography as an independent personality is interesting and not familiar to everyone
Summary of Bulgakov's "Heart of a Dog" chapter by chapter
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Bulgakov's story "Heart of a Dog" was written back in 1925, in the 60s it was distributed by samizdat. Its publication abroad took place in 1968, but in the USSR - only in 1987. Since then, it has been reprinted numerous times
Remembering the classics: a summary of Chekhov's "Ionych"
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Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is the greatest Russian playwright who made a huge contribution to the development of world literature. At one time, he was recognized as an Honorary Academician in the category of belles-lettres by the Imperial Academy of Sciences. Over the course of his life, the author created more than 900 works
The story "Shot" (Pushkin): summary of the work
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"Shot" Pushkin (a summary of the story is given in this article) wrote in 1830, and published it a year later. Historians studying the biography of the writer argue that this work is clearly autobiographical in nature
Short biography of Bunin Ivan Alekseevich
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Revolutionary impulses were not alien to the writer, but the changes that took place in the country did not correspond to his ideas about how and in what direction the life of society should be refracted
Summary of "Mumu" Turgenev I. S
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When Gerasim returned to the estate along the river in the evening, he noticed how something was floundering near the shore. He bent down and saw a white puppy with black spots in the water. The little dog could not get out on land. Gerasim pulled it out, put it in his bosom and went home
The adventure of Baron Munchausen continues
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Each adventure of Baron Munchausen is witty and instructive. A captain in the Russian army, he often told his "true" stories. He is equally loved in Germany and in Russia
D. I. Fonvizin "Undergrowth". Summary of the play
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D.I. Fonvizin "Undergrowth". This story, or rather, a comedy play, is devoted to the education of the nobles of the 18th century, the savagery of their behavior, especially in the provinces. The work represents many strata of society: from impostor teachers and servants to statesmen
Let's remember our classics: a summary of "The Quiet Flows the Don" by Sholokhov
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The theme of Sholokhov's novel "The Quiet Don" is a deep and systematic reflection of the life of the Don Cossacks at the turn of the epochs of the early XX century. Himself being a native of this land, the writer created images of the heroes of his novel based on real prototypes that he knew personally
The same Gulliver, summary. "Gulliver's Travels" is waiting for the Master
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Dear reader! I invite you to take a break from the 18th century style of writing and follow me to focus on the main ideas of the great novel. After reading the article, you will understand how timely Jonathan Swift created Gulliver's Travels for England of the 18th century
Summary of Chekhov's "Longing": sadness, sadness and heartache
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In January 1986, A. P. Chekhov's story "Tosca" was published for the first time in "Petersburgskaya Gazeta". By this time, the author was already known as a master of short humorous stories. However, the new work was fundamentally different from those ironic scenes with which the name of the writer was associated
To help the student. Summary: "Emerald" Kuprin
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The story "Emerald" was written by A. I. Kuprin in 1907. The plot of the work is based on the real story of the magnificent Dawn horse, which was destroyed due to the selfish calculations of people. The unusualness of the work lies in the choice of the main character by the author: all events are seen through the eyes of the stallion Emerald. Here is a summary. Kuprin's "Emerald" is a wonderful, subtle, dramatic story about the gullibility and defenselessness of animals and the cruelty of the human world
E. M. Remarque "Three Comrades". Summary of the novel
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Erich Remarque began writing "Three Comrades" in 1932. In 1936, the work was completed and the novel was published by a Danish publishing house. It was translated into Russian only in 1958. A careful reading of the novel "Three Comrades" (Remarque), analysis of the work allows us to reveal its problems. The author develops the theme of the “lost generation” in it. The ghosts of the past continue to haunt people who have gone through the war for the rest of their lives