Recollections of a Scorer. A Story.
The story revolves around a young man who returns to his village after serving in the military and becomes disillusioned with the societal norms and expectations placed upon him. He struggles to reconcile his own desires and values with those of his community, leading to feelings of isolation and disconnection. The narrative explores themes of identity, morality, and the search for meaning in a seemingly meaningless world.
By Leo Tolstoy · First published 1884 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Social Commentary · 9,020 words
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Well, it happened about three o'clock. The gentlemen were playing. There was the big stranger, as our men called him. The prince was there, -- the two are always together. The whiskered barin was there; also the little hussar, Oliver, who was an actor, and there was the _pan_.[50] It was a pretty good crowd.
[Footnote 50: Polish name for lord or gentleman.]
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Recollections of a Scorer. A Story. is listed on Textopian as a novella by Leo Tolstoy, dated 1884 CE.
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: Leo Tolstoy
- Date: 1884 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Social Commentary, Drama, Tragedy
- Length: 9,020 words
- Structure: 1 section, 291 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of morality, identity, and the human condition through character-driven narratives.
- Psychological Fiction — The protagonist's internal struggles and reflections on his life choices highlight psychological depth and character development.
- Social Commentary — The narrative critiques social norms and behaviors, particularly regarding gambling, class, and personal integrity.
- Drama — The story contains intense emotional conflicts and interpersonal dynamics that drive the plot.
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Autobiographical Fiction · Coming-of-Age Story · Literary Fiction · Memoir · Nostalgia · Philosophical Themes · Psychological Insight · Realism · Russian Literature · Social Commentary · Storytelling · Symbolism