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Govt. Inspector
By N. V. Gogol
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Description
Set in a small provincial town, the play follows a group of bumbling officials who are thrown into panic upon hearing that an incognito government inspector is arriving to investigate their conduct. The town is riddled with bribery, incompetence, and deceit, and the officials are desperate to cover their tracks. In their paranoia, they mistake a penniless civil servant named Khlestakov, who happens to be passing through, for the feared inspector. Khlestakov, quick to grasp the situation, enthusiastically plays along, accepting lavish bribes, hospitality, and even a marriage proposal-all while exposing the hypocrisy and gullibility of the town's elites.
Through sharp wit, absurdity, and farce, Gogol delivers a powerful exposé of the corrupt systems of governance and human vanity. The play's themes-deception, self-delusion, the abuse of power, and the farcical nature of authority-resonate far beyond its historical context. Gogol's characters are grotesque caricatures, yet hauntingly familiar, making The Government Inspector a timeless reflection on the flaws of society and the human condition.
Celebrated for its comedic brilliance and incisive social commentary, The Government Inspector is a cornerstone of Russian drama and continues to be performed and studied worldwide.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
132
Release Date:
2025-05-01
Publication Date:
2025-05-01
Publisher:
Insight Publica
Languages:
Original:
Malayalam
ISBN10:
9355174489
ISBN13:
9789355174482
Weight:
177 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
7 cm
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