The Confessions of a Little Man during Great Day
This novel explores the inner turmoil and spiritual crisis of a young intellectual living through a time of great social change. The protagonist's life is marked by disillusionment with the ideals of his youth and a growing sense of alienation from society. As he navigates the complexities of adulthood, he grapples with the tension between individual desire and societal expectation.
By Leonid Andreyev · First published 1908 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Historical Fiction · 3 chapters · 40,690 words
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St. Petersburgh,28th August 1914.
To speak with a clear conscience as one does at confession, even now I can't make out why I was in such a panic on that day. War is war, we all know; no one greets its coming with delight; still, it is a simple matter, when all is said and done; we have been through it before. The Japanese War is still fresh in our memories. At present, for example, when bloody battles are being fought, I have no sense of fear, and live as I always do. I go about my work, see my friends, indulge in a theatre or a picture-show, and were it not for my wife's brother, Pavel, being at the war, I could almost forget, on occasions, the terrible events that are happening.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Leonid Andreyev
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Historical Fiction, Philosophical Fiction, Satire
- Length: 40,690 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 477 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of identity, morality, and the human condition through introspective narrative.
- Psychological Fiction — The protagonist's inner thoughts and emotional struggles are central to the narrative, delving into the psyche of the character.
- Historical Fiction — The setting reflects significant historical events, providing context that influences character development and plot.
- Philosophical Fiction — The text engages with philosophical questions about existence, purpose, and the nature of society.
Tags
Russian Literature · Philosophical Fiction · Psychological Insight · Autobiographical Elements · Coming of Age · Social Commentary · Existential Crisis · Inner Turmoil · Moral Ambiguity · Cultural Satire · Historical Context · Revolutionary Era