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Classical literature

Sulamith

1 min read·rus. Суламифь · 1908

Interesting Facts

  • The book is based on the biblical «Song of Songs» and tells the tragic love story of King Solomon and the simple girl Sulamith.
  • In the work, Kuprin masterfully conveys the atmosphere of the Ancient East using vivid and picturesque descriptions.
  • Sulamith symbolizes the ideal of feminine beauty and purity, and her love for Solomon is portrayed as an elevated and selfless feeling.
  • Kuprin uses rich language and numerous metaphors to convey the depth of the characters' feelings and emotions.
  • The work explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the inevitability of fate, showing how powerful emotions can lead to tragic outcomes.
Sulamith
Date of publication: 25 September 2024
Updated: 13 November 2026
———Original title: rus. Суламифь · 1908
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