The Queen of Spades and Other Stories

The Queen of Spades and Other Stories

Alexander Pushkin, 2015

Overview

This collection features 'The Queen of Spades', a celebrated Russian short story. It follows Hermann's obsession with an old woman's ability to predict winning cards. The volume also includes 'Dubrovsky', a tale of revenge against an unjust aristocrat. 'The Negro of Peter the Great' is inspired by Pushkin’s maternal grandfather, and the unfinished 'Egyptian Nights' explores poetry. These stories showcase Pushkin’s striking prose fiction.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in classic Russian literature.
• Fans of short story collections.
• Those exploring themes of obsession, justice, and art.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 352
• Binding: Paperback
• Publisher: Alma/Oneworld
• Year: 2015
• ISBN: 9781847494788