The Overcoat by Nikolai Gogol (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
Unlock the more straightforward side of The Overcoat with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!

This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Overcoat by Nikolai Gogol, a short story about a low-level bureaucrat called Akakii Akakievich, who realises that he needs a new overcoat and whose mundane life is transformed by his newfound obsession with this goal. This tale also serves as a scathing critique of the poverty, social climbing, incompetent bureaucracy and materialism that was rife in Russian society during the 19th century. Gogol is considered a pioneer of literary realism and more than 135 films have been made that are based on his work.

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• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection

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The Overcoat by Nikolai Gogol (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
Unlock the more straightforward side of The Overcoat with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!

This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Overcoat by Nikolai Gogol, a short story about a low-level bureaucrat called Akakii Akakievich, who realises that he needs a new overcoat and whose mundane life is transformed by his newfound obsession with this goal. This tale also serves as a scathing critique of the poverty, social climbing, incompetent bureaucracy and materialism that was rife in Russian society during the 19th century. Gogol is considered a pioneer of literary realism and more than 135 films have been made that are based on his work.

Find out everything you need to know about The Overcoat in a fraction of the time!

This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:

• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection

Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.

See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
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The Overcoat by Nikolai Gogol (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide

The Overcoat by Nikolai Gogol (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide

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The Overcoat by Nikolai Gogol (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide

The Overcoat by Nikolai Gogol (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide

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Unlock the more straightforward side of The Overcoat with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!

This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Overcoat by Nikolai Gogol, a short story about a low-level bureaucrat called Akakii Akakievich, who realises that he needs a new overcoat and whose mundane life is transformed by his newfound obsession with this goal. This tale also serves as a scathing critique of the poverty, social climbing, incompetent bureaucracy and materialism that was rife in Russian society during the 19th century. Gogol is considered a pioneer of literary realism and more than 135 films have been made that are based on his work.

Find out everything you need to know about The Overcoat in a fraction of the time!

This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:

• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection

Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.

See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!

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ISBN-13: 9782808000826
Publisher: BrightSummaries.com
Publication date: 11/03/2017
Series: BrightSummaries.com
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 52
File size: 741 KB
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