Taras Bulba A Tale of the Cossacks - Hardcover

by Nicolai V. Gogol (Author), Isabel F. Hapgood (Translator)

Taras Bulba is a classic novel by the renowned Russian author, Nicolai V. Gogol. Set in the 16th century, the story revolves around the life of a Cossack warrior named Taras Bulba, who is fiercely loyal to his people and their traditions. Taras Bulba's two sons, Andriy and Ostap, are sent to study in Kiev, where they become involved with the Polish aristocracy. This leads to a conflict between the Cossacks and the Poles, which ultimately results in a brutal battle. Through the eyes of Taras Bulba, the reader experiences the excitement, adventure, and tragedy of life as a Cossack warrior. The novel is a masterpiece of Russian literature, offering a fascinating glimpse into the culture and history of the Cossacks. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian literature or history, or simply looking for a thrilling and thought-provoking tale.1915. With an introduction. Gogol is recognized as one of the greatest writers in Russian literature from the point of view of the imaginativeness and stylistic richness of his work. No Russian author has handled the wealth of the Russian language so well and his choice of everyday life as the basis of much of his work had a profound effect on the future of Russian literature. Taras Bulba is one of the character creations, full of life and vitality, that can speak for itself. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.