Poor Folk August 14th Barbara
In which a heartfelt letter reveals the tender concern and sorrow of one soul towards a friend beset by hardship and self-inflicted disgrace, pleading for renewal of trust and fortitude amidst their s...
10 Sep 3min
Poor Folk August 11th Makar
In which a despairing gentleman confides to his beloved the depth of his ruin and ignominy, lamenting how their private sufferings have become public mockery and scorn. His weary reflections paint a p...
9 Sep 4min
Poor Folk August 5th Makar
In which one finds the poor yet dignified M. Dievushkin, weighed down by spiritual and material struggles, humbly seeking financial aid amidst the biting cold and the harsh bustle of the city, all whi...
9 Sep 14min
Poor Folk August 4th Makar
In which a humble and beleaguered soul lays bare the heavy burdens of poverty and affection, pledging resolute efforts to shield his beloved Barbara Alexievna from hardship despite his own despair. Hi...
8 Sep 9min
Poor Folk August 5th Barbara
In which a tender correspondence unfolds between two kindred souls, one urging the other to cast off melancholy and carry hope lightly amid their shared privations. The writer, mindful of both their m...
8 Sep 2min
Poor Folk August 3rd Makar
In which a humble government clerk, burdened by financial woes and the delicate health of his beloved Barbara Alexievna, navigates the awkwardness of seeking monetary aid from hesitant acquaintances, ...
7 Sep 7min
Poor Folk August 4th Barbara
In which a young woman finds herself beset by an unwanted visit from an elderly man of questionable intentions, whose unwelcome advances and unwarranted familiarity leave her and her companion distres...
7 Sep 4min
Poor Folk August 1st Makar
In which a humble and tender-hearted man laments the sharp eyes and harsh judgements that poverty invites, revealing the quiet indignities suffered by those of modest means. The narrative gently unfol...
6 Sep 8min
