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Suicide" is a play by Nikolai Erdman, written in 1928, which becomes one of the most famous works of the Russian playwright of the 20th century. In this work, the author explores themes of human despair, bureaucracy and social prejudice through the prism of satire.

Сюжет revolves around the protagonist, Смердяков, who is a hopeless and despondent character, contemplating suicide due to his unbearable life circumstances. His decision to end his life becomes the focal point of the play, but his plans are thwarted by a series of absurd and comical events.

Erdman uses many satirical devices to demonstrate the absurdity of the social and political system, as well as human weaknesses. The play is a mixture of black humor and deep social criticism, which makes it relevant today.

• Author: Nikolay Erdman

• Genre: Satirical Comedy

• Format: Audiobook

• Duration: Unknown

• Reads: Unknown

• Key features: Black humor, social satire, exploration of human nature and bureaucracy.

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