The Vagrant and Other Tales

The Vagrant and Other Tales showcases the poignant and evocative short fiction of Vladimir Galaktionovich Korolenko, a prominent figure in late 19th-century Russian literature. This collection offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of ordinary people, often the marginalized and dispossessed, within the vast and complex landscape of Tsarist Russia. Korolenko’s stories are celebrated for their compassionate portrayal of human struggles and their insightful social commentary. “The Vagrant,” along with the other tales in this volume, reflects the author’s deep understanding of peasant life, his commitment to social justice, and his remarkable ability to weave compelling narratives that resonate with readers across generations. These stories explore themes of resilience, hope, and the enduring human spirit amidst hardship, making them timeless classics of Russian literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.