Polikushka
Interesting Facts
- «Polikushka» was written in 1860 and is one of Leo Tolstoy's early novellas.
- The main character, Polikey, is a serf, reflecting the social realities of Russia at the time.
- The novella touches on themes of alcoholism, poverty, and despair, showing how these issues affect the lives of ordinary people.
- Tolstoy uses the character of Polikey to critique serfdom and social injustice.
- «Polikushka» was first published in the magazine «Russian Messenger» in 1863.
Date of publication: 30 August 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Genre: Classical literature
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