A Red Flower: A Story (1911)

By Vsevolod Garshin

Book Overview

A Red Flower: A Story is a book written by Vsevolod Garshin and published in 1911. The story is set in Russia and tells the tale of a young soldier named Ivan who is sent to fight in a war. Ivan is a sensitive and thoughtful young man who is deeply affected by the violence and brutality of war. He becomes disillusioned with the military and begins to question the reasons behind the conflict. As Ivan struggles with his doubts and fears, he meets a young girl named Vasilisa, who lives in a nearby village. Vasilisa is also deeply affected by the war, as her family has been torn apart by the conflict. Despite their different backgrounds and experiences, Ivan and Vasilisa form a deep connection and find solace in each other's company. The story explores themes of love, loss, and the human cost of war. Garshin's writing is poignant and evocative, capturing the emotions and experiences of the characters in vivid detail. The book is a powerful commentary on the futility of war and the importance of human connection in times of hardship. A Red Flower: A Story is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436746949
• ISBN13: 9781436746946
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"