--- product_id: 5854685 title: "Diary of a Madman and Other Stories (Dover Thrift Editions: Short Stories) Paperback – December 29, 2006" brand: "nikolai gogol" price: "212986₫" currency: VND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.vn/products/5854685-diary-of-a-madman-and-other-stories-dover-thrift-editions store_origin: VN region: Vietnam --- # Diary of a Madman and Other Stories (Dover Thrift Editions: Short Stories) Paperback – December 29, 2006 **Brand:** nikolai gogol **Price:** 212986₫ **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Diary of a Madman and Other Stories (Dover Thrift Editions: Short Stories) Paperback – December 29, 2006 by nikolai gogol - **How much does it cost?** 212986₫ with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vn](https://www.desertcart.vn/products/5854685-diary-of-a-madman-and-other-stories-dover-thrift-editions) ## Best For - nikolai gogol enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted nikolai gogol brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Diary of a Madman and Other Stories (Dover Thrift Editions: Short Stories) Paperback – December 29, 2006 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/717FzGe+vtL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Russian Literature *by J***K on Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2007* I only became familiar with Gogol through references in the work of Philip Roth. After all, great writers should give their due to their predecessors. Five of Gogol's most celebrated short stories are included in this collection. While I can only classify myself as a fan of three of these stories, this collection is still worth purchasing."The Diary of a Madman" harkens Kafka-esque images of man versus isolation and the bureaucracy in the story of one man's sometimes humorous spiral into madness. Scorned in love and work, the main character retreats into an alternate reality. "The Nose", the story of a runaway body part, possesses elements of Kafka's "Metamorphisis". A fiction that borders on absurdity can still be frightening. It brings to mind that the superficial image one presents in society is too important. "The Overcoat", having themes of superficiality and prized possessions, is a peculiar tale. Taunted by his co-workers for the condition of his overcoat, the main character makes many sacrifices to replace his coat. To a point, the new overcoat becomes more of an obsession than it should.While "The Carriage" and "Taras Bulba" are also included in the set, I do not believe they carry the same feeling as the other stories. To a degree, "Taras Bubla" almost seemed out of place in the set. The collection of short stories is enjoyable and highly recommended to lovers of literature. It brings the thought to mind of what other works of literature were hidden from American eyes by communism. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars A paradox *by S***S on Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2023* Quite a remarkable book. "The Portrait" is a compelling story, best read at a slower pace, as the language is rich and dense, horrible and uplifting and disturbing, all at the same time. ### ⭐⭐⭐ 3.0 out of 5 stars Good introduction *by V***R on Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2021* A good, quick and inexpensive intro to Gogol. I would have appreciated end notes, but Dover Thrift doesn't provide those; I suppose to keep it thrifty. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vn/products/5854685-diary-of-a-madman-and-other-stories-dover-thrift-editions](https://www.desertcart.vn/products/5854685-diary-of-a-madman-and-other-stories-dover-thrift-editions) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vietnam* *Store origin: VN* *Last updated: 2026-06-03*