The Witch by Aleksandr Kuprin (1906)

Name: The Witch
Author: Aleksandr Kuprin

The story revolves around a young woman who becomes involved with a group of witches and learns their craft. She eventually becomes the leader of the coven, but her newfound power comes at a great cost to her relationships and ultimately leads to her downfall.

By Aleksandr Kuprin · First published 1906 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Fantasy · 14 chapters · 33,848 words

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Yarmola the gamekeeper, my servant, cook, and fellow-hunter, entered the room with a load of wood on his shoulder, threw it heavily on the floor, and blew on his frozen fingers.

"What a wind there is outside, sir," he said, squatting on his heels in front of the oven door. "We must make a good fire in the stove. Will you give me a match, please?"

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Work type: Novel
Author: Aleksandr Kuprin
Date: 1906 CE
Language: English
Genres: Literary Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Fantasy, Romance, Gothic Fiction
Length: 33,848 words
Structure: 14 chapters, 709 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of human emotion and societal norms through rich character development and intricate prose.
Psychological Fiction — The narrative delves into the inner workings of the characters' minds, examining their motivations and emotional struggles.
Fantasy — Elements of the supernatural and magical realism are present, influencing the plot and character dynamics.
Romance — The story includes romantic relationships that are central to character development and thematic exploration.