In Bad Company by Vladimir Korolenko
The story revolves around a young nobleman who joins the Cossacks to escape his family's expectations and find adventure. He becomes embroiled in their brutal treatment of peasants and eventually witnesses a massacre, which profoundly affects him. The novel explores themes of morality, identity, and the consequences of one's actions.
By Vladimir Korolenko · First published 1885 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Psychological Fiction · 27,363 words
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My mother died when I was six years old. After her death my father surrendered himself entirely to his own grief, and seemed to forget my existence. He caressed my little sister at times, and saw to her welfare in his own way, because he could trace her mother's features in her face, but I grew up like a wild sapling of the fields; no one gave me any especial care, though, on the other hand, no one restricted my freedom.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Vladimir Korolenko
- Date: 1885 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Psychological Fiction, Drama, Adventure
- Length: 27,363 words
- Structure: 1 section, 460 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex characters and themes, focusing on moral dilemmas and human experiences.
- Social Commentary — It addresses societal issues and critiques social norms, reflecting on the human condition.
- Psychological Fiction — The narrative delves into the inner thoughts and emotions of characters, revealing their psychological struggles.
- Drama — The plot is driven by intense emotional conflicts and character interactions, typical of dramatic storytelling.
Tags
Russian Literature · Short Stories · Crime Fiction · Social Commentary · Realism · Psychological Insight · Morality Tale · Coming of Age · Youthful Rebellion · Class Conflict · Poverty and Squalor · Corruption and Deceit