What if your grand gesture of kindness turned into your most humiliating moment?
In An Unpleasant Predicament, Fyodor Dostoevsky delivers a sharp-witted, satirical novella that follows the misadventures of Ivan Ivanovich Pralinsky, an arrogant government official who considers himself a progressive and benevolent leader. In an impulsive decision to demonstrate his goodwill, he crashes the wedding of a low-ranking employee-only to find himself caught in a series of humiliations and comic misfortunes.
As Pralinsky's self-image unravels before an audience that neither respects nor welcomes him, Dostoevsky crafts a biting critique of vanity, bureaucracy, and the delusions of self-importance.
What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:
- A Darkly Humorous Social Satire - Experience Dostoevsky's sharp critique of hypocrisy, pride, and class dynamics.
- A Masterful Exploration of Human Vanity - Witness how arrogance and self-delusion lead to inevitable downfall.
- A Fresh, Accessible Translation - This adaptation preserves Dostoevsky's wit and insight while making the story engaging for modern readers.
- A Timeless Reflection on Status and Power - Discover how Pralinsky's predicament mirrors the universal struggles of ego and self-deception.
More than just a humorous story, An Unpleasant Predicament is a profound examination of social hierarchy, personal pride, and the fine line between dignity and disgrace.
Can a man's good intentions save him from his own arrogance?
Get your copy today and experience one of Dostoevsky's most entertaining and thought-provoking novellas.
What if your grand gesture of kindness turned into your most humiliating moment?
In An Unpleasant Predicament, Fyodor Dostoevsky delivers a sharp-witted, satirical novella that follows the misadventures of Ivan Ivanovich Pralinsky, an arrogant government official who considers himself a progressive and benevolent leader. In an impulsive decision to demonstrate his goodwill, he crashes the wedding of a low-ranking employee-only to find himself caught in a series of humiliations and comic misfortunes.
As Pralinsky's self-image unravels before an audience that neither respects nor welcomes him, Dostoevsky crafts a biting critique of vanity, bureaucracy, and the delusions of self-importance.
What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:
- A Darkly Humorous Social Satire - Experience Dostoevsky's sharp critique of hypocrisy, pride, and class dynamics.
- A Masterful Exploration of Human Vanity - Witness how arrogance and self-delusion lead to inevitable downfall.
- A Fresh, Accessible Translation - This adaptation preserves Dostoevsky's wit and insight while making the story engaging for modern readers.
- A Timeless Reflection on Status and Power - Discover how Pralinsky's predicament mirrors the universal struggles of ego and self-deception.
More than just a humorous story, An Unpleasant Predicament is a profound examination of social hierarchy, personal pride, and the fine line between dignity and disgrace.
Can a man's good intentions save him from his own arrogance?
Get your copy today and experience one of Dostoevsky's most entertaining and thought-provoking novellas.
An Unpleasant Predicament: A Darkly Comic Tale of Pride, Chaos, and Social Satire - A Modern Translation - Adapted for the Contemporary Reader
An Unpleasant Predicament: A Darkly Comic Tale of Pride, Chaos, and Social Satire - A Modern Translation - Adapted for the Contemporary Reader
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Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940195557218 |
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| Publisher: | USC |
| Publication date: | 03/08/2025 |
| Series: | The Library of Alexandria , #95 |
| Edition description: | Unabridged |
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