02399cam a22003253u 4500 38241 UtSlPG 20260610133854.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PG Dostoyevsky, Fyodor, 1821-1881 Uncle's Dream; and The Permanent Husband Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncle%27s_Dream Release date is 2011-12-06 "Uncle's Dream" and "The Permanent Husband" by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories explore themes of social dynamics, personal relationships, and the intricacies of human psychology, typical of Dostoevsky's works. The opening story, "Uncle's Dream," introduces readers to the manipulative and influential figure of Maria Alexandrovna Moskaleva, a woman of high social standing in the town of Mordasoff, who expertly navigates gossip and scandal in her community. At the start of "Uncle's Dream," we meet Maria Alexandrovna, a character whose strong presence demands attention and respect, even if few actually love her. As the tale unfolds, it is revealed that her husband has been sent to the countryside due to his incompetence, allowing her to wield full control over social matters in the town. The story sets the stage for intriguing developments with the unexpected visit of Prince K---, which promises to upend the social order in Mordasoff, igniting Maria Alexandrovna’s ambitions and complicating her relationships with others, including her unmarried daughter, Zina. The opening portrays a blend of humor and social commentary, drawing readers into the complexities of provincial life and the characters’ interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Russia -- Social life and customs -- 1533-1917 -- Fiction Princes -- Russia -- Fiction Whishaw, Frederick, 1854-1934 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38241 79080 79080