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The Viy
This is a new translation from the original Russian manuscript of Gogol's classic "The Viy". This edition contains an Afterword by the Translator, a timeline of Gogol's life and works and an Index of Gogol's individual works. The title of the story is the name of the Slavic male demonic creature that is the focus of the story. This is a horror novella centered on a seminary student who encounters a witch and must later confront the monstrous entity named Viy. This is one of the first uses of the technique of the grotesque, which was largely created by Gogol and copied (along with tragi-comic surrealism) by Kafka. In Kiev, three students ventured on a vacation, but while seeking shelter, Khoma Brut had a harrowing encounter with an old woman who turned out to be a witch. The experience shook him, but upon his return to Kyiv, he was tasked with praying for a deceased young woman, who was the same witch. Over three nights, Khoma was tormented by supernatural forces in the church, culminating in the summoning of Viy, a fearsome entity. Unable to resist Viy's gaze, Khoma met a tragic end, with his peers speculating that fear was his ultimate downfall.
The Portrait
This is a new translation from the original Russian manuscript of Gogol's famous story The Portrait (Портрет). This edition contains an Afterword by the Translator, a timeline of Gogol's life and works and an Index of Gogol's individual works. First Published in the collection Arabesques in 1835, The Portrait is one of Gogol's most supernatural works, with a tragic moral. Oscar Wilde's philosophic novel is templated off of this work, and has a similar point. "The Portrait" is the story of the artist Andrey Petrovich Chartkov, who stumbles upon a frighteningly lifelike portrait in an art shop and is compelled to buy it. The painting is magical and presents him with a dilemma - to struggle to make his own way in the world on the basis of his own talents, or to accept the magical painting's help to guarantee riches and fame. He chooses to become rich and famous, but when he comes across a portrait by another artist that is "pure, flawless, beautiful as a bride", he realises that he has made the wrong choice and he falls ill and dies of a fever. It is a re-telling of a Ukrainian fairy tale.
The story of how Ivan Ivanovich quarreled with Ivan Nikiforovich
This is a new translation from the original Russian manuscript of Gogol's classic Nevsky Avenue. This edition contains an Afterword by the Translator, a timeline of Gogol's life and works and an Index of Gogol's individual works. Originally published in a collection called "Petersburg stories", this is one of the first uses of the technique of the grotesque, which was largely created by Gogol and copied (along with tragi-comic surrealism) by Kafka.
The Glass Bead Game
"I cannot read Hermann Hesse without feeling that I am drawn into the presence of a deeply serious mind, a mind that is searching for the meaning of life." - Carl Jung A new translation of Hesse's opus magnum The Glass Bead Game. This edition also contains an epilogue by the translator, a philosophical glossary of concepts used by Hesse and a chronology of his life and work. Hesse won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1947. He also received the Goethe Prize of Frankfurt in 1946 and the 1955 Peace Prize of the German Booksellers. "The Glass Bead Game: An attempt at a biography of Magister Ludi Josef Knecht, including Knecht's writings", is the last and most extensive novel by Hermann Hesse, fi...
On the Foundations of Leninism
A new translation from the original Russian manuscript with a new afterword by the translator and a timeline of Stalin's life and works. These lectures were delivered by Stalin at Sverdlovsk University in early April, 1924. Stalin delineates the fundamental principles of Leninism. He covers aspects like its theoretical foundation in Hegelian metaphysics, its relationship with Marxism, and its stance on issues like the national question, dictatorship of the proletariat, and party organization.
Patriotism and Government
A new translation into modern American English directly from the original Russian manuscript. This edition contains an Afterword by the translator, a timeline of Tolstoy's life and works, and a glossary of philosophic terminology used throughout Tolstoy's literature and philosophy. In "Patriotism and Government", Tolstoy critically evaluates the concept of patriotism and its implications for governance. He advocates for a universal love for humanity over blind state loyalty. The essay provides reflections on the role of citizens in shaping governments and emphasizes the moral responsibility to resist injustice. It continues to be relevant in modern political ethics discussions.
Two Old Men
A new translation into modern American English directly from the original Russian manuscript. This edition contains an Afterword by the translator, a timeline of Tolstoy's life and works, and a glossary of philosophic terminology used throughout Tolstoy's literature and philosophy. "Two Old Men" by Leo Tolstoy is a heartwarming and touching short story that follows the friendship between two elderly peasants, Eremey and Iván, as they face the challenges of old age and the uncertainties of life. Set against the backdrop of a remote Russian village, Tolstoy's masterful storytelling weaves a poignant tale of camaraderie, resilience, and the triumph of the human spirit over adversity. Through the characters of Eremey and Iván, Tolstoy portrays the timeless themes of love, companionship, and the importance of human connection. "Two Old Men" is a testament to Tolstoy's profound understanding of human nature and his ability to capture the beauty in life's simplest moments. This touching story continues to resonate with readers as a celebration of the enduring power of friendship and the wisdom that comes with age.
On the Objects of the Visual Arts
A new translation into modern American English of Goethe's 1798 "Über die Gegenstände der bildenden Kunst". This edition contains an Afterword by the Translator, a Timeline of Goethe’s Life & Works and a Glossary of Philosophic Terminology used by Goethe. "On the Objects of the Visual (fine) Arts," written in 1798, showcases Goethe's understanding of aesthetics and the role of art in society.
Asya
A new translation from the original Russian manuscript with a new Afterword by the Translator, a glossary of Turgenev's philosophic terms, and a timeline of his life and major contributions. Asya (Ася) is a touching 1857 novella by Turgenev that depicts the love story between the narrator and a young girl named Asya. The story is set in the German town of Baden-Baden and touches on themes of missed opportunities and tragic love.
Religion and Morality
A new translation into modern American English directly from the original Russian manuscript. This edition contains an Afterword by the translator, a timeline of Tolstoy's life and works, and a glossary of philosophic terminology used throughout Tolstoy's literature and philosophy. "Religion and Morality" is an introspective essay by Tolstoy that examines the interconnectedness of religious beliefs and moral values. He reflects on the nature of ethics and the influence of organized religion on personal conduct. Drawing from multiple religious traditions, the essay offers insights into the relationship between religious beliefs and ethical principles.
