A Nasty Story
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Main Characters and Their Development
- Ivan Ilyich Pralyotov - the main character, a bureaucrat who decides to attend his subordinate's wedding to display his kindness and generosity. However, his attempt to make an impression ends in failure, and he becomes the object of ridicule. Pralyotov undergoes an internal conflict, realizing his inappropriateness and the futility of his efforts.
- Psyokin - Pralyotov's subordinate, whose wedding he attends. Psyokin represents the typical minor official who must endure humiliation from his superior.
- Wedding guests - they play an important role in the development of the plot, as their reaction to Pralyotov's behavior highlights his inappropriateness and the comedic nature of the situation.
Date of publication: 24 February 2025
Last updated: 2 March 2025
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Genre: Classical literature