TY  - BOOK
AU  - Andreyev,Leonid
AU  - Bernstein,Herman
TI  - The Crushed Flower, and Other Stories
AV  - PG 
PY  - 2004///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Short stories, Russian -- Translations into English
KW  - Russian fiction -- Translations into English
KW  - Andreyev, Leonid, 1871-1919 -- Translations into English
N1  - 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; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "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.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5779
ER  -