02417cam a22003493u 4500 5779 UtSlPG 20260610133143.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PG Andreyev, Leonid, 1871-1919 The Crushed Flower, and Other Stories Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-05-01 The crushed flower -- A story which will never be finished -- On the day of the crucifixion -- The serpent's story -- Love, faith and hope -- The ocean -- Judas Iscariot and others -- "The man who found the truth." Produced by Jarrod Newton, and David Widger "The Crushed Flower and Other Stories" by Leonid Andreyev is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. The tales delve into the complexities of human emotions, relationships, and existential themes, exploring both the innocence of childhood and the darker aspects of adult life. The narrative likely introduces characters navigating poignant experiences, with a focus on psychological depth and social commentary. The opening portion of "The Crushed Flower and Other Stories" introduces the character Yura, a six-year-old boy who perceives the world around him as vast and enchanting. He shares a complex relationship with his parents, feeling both safety and a heavy sense of concern for their hidden sadness. Yura is depicted as observant and thoughtful, contemplating his small place in the enormity of life while grappling with a secret understanding of his parents' unhappiness. This opening sets a reflective tone, foreshadowing the intricacies of human experience that will unfold throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories, Russian -- Translations into English Russian fiction -- Translations into English Andreyev, Leonid, 1871-1919 -- Translations into English Bernstein, Herman, 1876-1935 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5779 47805 47805