Vaninka

by Alexandre Dumas

Overview

About the end of the reign of the Emperor Paul I that is to say, towards the middle of the first year of the nineteenth century just as four o'clock in the afternoon was sounding from the church of St. Peter and St. Paul, whose gilded vane overlooks the ramparts of the fortress, a crowd, composed of all sorts and conditions of people, began to gather in front of a house which belonged to General Count Tchermayloff, formerly military governor of a fair-sized town in the government of Pultava. The first spectators had been attracted by the preparations which they saw had been made in the middle of the courtyard for administering torture with the knout. One of the general's serfs, he who acted as barber, was to be the victim. Although this kind of punishment was a common enough sight in St. Petersburg, it nevertheless attracted all passers-by when it was publicly administered. This was the occurrence which had caused a crowd, as just mentioned, before General Tchermayloff's house."

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9791220816694
Publisher:	Classica Libris
Publication date:	06/18/2021
Series:	Celebrated Crimes series , #17
Sold by:	StreetLib SRL
Format:	eBook
File size:	824 KB

About the Author

Alexandre Dumas, père, changed into a prolific and influential French author of the nineteenth century, born on July 24, 1802, in Villers-Cotterêts, France. Dumas is celebrated for his historic novels and journey tales, which have left an indelible mark on world literature. His masterpieces, which includes "The Three Musketeers" and "The Count of Monte Cristo," are revered for his or her swashbuckling pleasure, elaborate plots, and noteworthy characters. Dumas's works often explore issues of honor, loyalty, and justice against wealthy historic backdrops, showcasing his keen understanding of human nature and societal intricacies. His writing style is characterized with the aid of a dynamic narrative, humor, and a deep information of the complexities of human relationships. A man of blended African and European heritage, Dumas faced challenges associated with racial prejudice in his lifetime, however his literary achievements transcended such boundaries. His adventurous spirit and unbridled creativeness retain to captivate readers worldwide, making him one of the maximum extensively examine and loved authors in history. Alexandre Dumas, père, remains a literary icon, and his timeless memories continue to encourage and entertain generations of readers, making sure his enduring legacy in the global of literature.