The Minor
rus. Недоросль · 1783
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Main Ideas
- Critique of the shortcomings of noble education and upbringing in 18th-century Russia
- Ridicule of the vices of the Russian nobility, such as ignorance, greed, and pettiness
- Demonstration of the mismatch between formal education and the actual needs and interests of individuals
- Emphasis on the importance of sensible upbringing based on kindness, honesty, and diligence
- The idea of enlightenment and education as key elements for the harmonious development of individuals and society

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Date of publication: 24 May 2024
Updated: 4 June 2025
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Genre: Classical literature
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