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The Created Legend   By: (1863-1927)

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In Fyodor Sologub's novel, The Created Legend, readers are introduced to a haunting and thought-provoking tale set in the dismal backdrop of a small Russian village. This literary masterpiece delves into the darkness lurking within human souls, exploring themes of morality, identity, and the consequences of one's actions.

The story revolves around the enigmatic character of Kiryak, a man plagued by his past and haunted by the burden of his own creation. Sologub's masterful storytelling guides us through the journey of Kiryak's troubled psyche, as he grapples with his inner demons and the unrelenting judgment of the village's inhabitants.

One of the most remarkable aspects of The Created Legend is Sologub's ability to create an atmosphere that mirrors the character's internal struggle. Through his vivid descriptions and poetic language, the reader becomes deeply immersed in the landscape of Kiryak's torment. The author's talent lies in his ability to blur the lines between reality and imagination, leaving the reader questioning the boundaries of their own perception.

The characters portrayed in this novel are a testament to Sologub's skill in constructing complex and multi-dimensional personalities. Each character serves a purpose in revealing the depths of Kiryak's despair while also reflecting the darker aspects of humanity. From the judgmental villagers to the elusive and enigmatic Vera, Sologub weaves a web of intrigue and uncertainty that keeps the reader engaged from beginning to end.

Moreover, the themes explored in The Created Legend resonate long after the final page is turned. Sologub prompts profound introspection as he examines the consequences of choices and actions, inviting readers to question their own moral compasses. The exploration of identity and the struggle for self-acceptance adds yet another layer of depth to this captivating narrative.

Though The Created Legend may not be suitable for those seeking a lighthearted read, it is undeniably a work of extraordinary literary merit. Sologub's meticulous attention to detail, coupled with his profound exploration of human nature, make this novel an absolute must-read for lovers of psychological and philosophical fiction. Prepare to be transported into a bleak yet captivating world where reality and the supernatural intertwine, leaving an indelible mark on the reader's imagination.

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THE CREATED LEGEND

BY FEODOR SOLOGUB

AUTHORIZED TRANSLATION FROM THE RUSSIAN BY JOHN COURNOS

INTRODUCTION

"For there is nothing either good or bad but thinking makes it so." SHAKESPEARE

"To the impure all things are impure." NIETZSCHE

In "The Little Demon" Sologub has shown us how the evil within us peering out through our imagination makes all the world seem evil to us. In "The Created Legend," feeling perhaps the need of reacting from his morose creation Peredonov, the author has set himself the task of showing the reverse of the picture: how the imagination, no longer warped, but sensitized with beauty, is capable of creating a world of its own, legendary yet none the less real for the legend.

The Russian title of the book is more descriptive of the author's intentions than an English translation will permit it to be. "Tvorimaya Legenda" actually means "The legend in the course of creation." The legend that Sologub has in mind is the active, eternally changing process of life, orderly and structural in spite of the external confusion. The author makes an effort to bring order out of apparent chaos by stripping life of its complex modern detail and reducing it to a few significant symbols, as in a rather more subtle "morality play." The modern novel is perhaps over psychologized; eternal truths and eternal passions are perhaps too often lost sight of under the mass of unnecessary naturalistic detail... Continue reading book >>




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