Daniil Kharms
Daniil Kharms (1905–1942) was a Soviet-era surrealist and absurdist poet, writer, and dramatist. His work was largely suppressed by Soviet authorities and he was known for his avant-garde and absurd short stories, plays, and poems. Kharms was a member of the OBERIU, an association of Russian avant-garde writers, and his works have gained posthumous recognition for their unique style and wit.
Books
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1. The Old Woman
"The Old Woman" is a surreal and darkly comedic novella that follows the bizarre experiences of an unnamed narrator after an old woman unexpectedly dies in his apartment. The narrative, characterized by absurdity and illogical events, delves into the protagonist's struggle to dispose of the body, which becomes an increasingly grotesque and farcical endeavor. As the story progresses, the line between reality and the absurd blurs, reflecting the author's exploration of meaninglessness and the breakdown of rational order in a world that defies conventional understanding.
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2. Cases
The book is a collection of absurdist short stories that reflect the author's unique take on the Soviet reality of his time. Through a series of bizarre and darkly humorous vignettes, the author explores themes of meaninglessness, the breakdown of logic, and the unpredictability of human existence. His characters often find themselves in surreal situations that defy conventional understanding, highlighting the author's fascination with the illogical and the nonsensical. The work serves as both a critique of the societal norms of the era and an example of the avant-garde literary movement to which the author belonged.
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