The Government Inspector
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The mayor and local officials of a small provincial town in Russia are living the good life: corruption is rampant and they hold all the power. However, when they find out that an undercover government inspector is on the way, they scramble to hide their misdeeds. The news that a suspicious individual from St. Petersburg has arrived and is staying at a local inn sets off a chain of events and misunderstandings that culminate in a hilarious conclusion. Considered one of the greatest comedies in Russian literature, "The Government Inspector" is a sharp satire of the corruption, greed, and foolishness of small-time bureaucrats, showcasing Gogol's talent as a playwright. Alma Classics is dedicated to offering a wide selection of literature from across the world. Each title comes with a comprehensive critical apparatus, additional reading materials such as photographs and notes, and is based on the most authoritative edition or manuscripts, edited with a fresh and intelligent approach. Focusing on the quality of production, editing, and typography, Alma Classics aims to rejuvenate the experience of reading classic works.
Author:
Author:Gogol Nikolai
Cover:
Cover:soft
Category:
- Category:History & Geography
- Category:Fiction
Dimensions:
Dimensions:19.7x12.7x1.3 cm
ISBN:
ISBN:9781847498151
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