Publisher's Synopsis
Tchitchikoff's Journeys V2: Or Dead Souls is a novel written by Nikolai Vasilievitch Gogol in 1886. The book is a continuation of the first volume of the same name and follows the journey of the protagonist, Pavel Ivanovich Tchitchikoff, as he travels through Russia. Tchitchikoff is a mysterious and enigmatic figure who is on a mission to purchase the souls of dead serfs from landowners in order to use them as collateral for a loan. The novel is a satirical commentary on the corrupt and decaying society of Russia during the 19th century. Through Tchitchikoff's encounters with various characters, Gogol explores themes such as greed, corruption, and the dehumanization of individuals in a society that values material wealth above all else. The book is considered a masterpiece of Russian literature and has been widely praised for its rich and vivid portrayal of Russian life during the time period.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.
