The Forged Coupon

Summary

«The Forged Coupon» is a novella by Leo Tolstoy that tells the story of how the forgery of a single coupon leads to a chain of tragic events. A young student named Mitya, in an attempt to settle his debts, forges a coupon worth
1.5 rubles. This coupon ends up with a shopkeeper who, upon discovering the forgery, decides to use it to deceive others. The coupon passes through many hands, leading to deceit, theft, and even murder. Ultimately, all participants in this chain face consequences, and the main character realizes his mistakes and repents. The novella illustrates how one seemingly insignificant crime can lead to serious consequences and ruin the lives of many people.