The Twelve Chairs
rus. Двенадцать стульев · 1928
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Main Characters and Their Development
- Ostap Bender: Known as the great schemer, characterized by his resourcefulness, wit, and boundless self-confidence. Throughout the narrative, he seeks to enrich himself by finding the treasure hidden in one of the twelve chairs. His adventurous nature is revealed through various scams and cons.
- Ippolit Vorobyaninov: A former aristocrat and official, impoverished after the revolution. Initially quite conservative, he becomes involved in schemes under the influence of events and Ostap Bender, in pursuit of the treasure hidden in the chairs. He reveals his adaptive abilities and willingness to take risks.
- Father Fyodor: A priest who is inadvertently drawn into the story against his will. Gradually, from being innocent and clumsy, he becomes an active seeker, showing determination and some cunning. His character reveals the idea of unexpected transformation under the influence of circumstances.
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Date of publication: 22 May 2024
Updated: 14 July 2024
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Genre: Classical literature
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