How does Gogol's depiction of Nevsky Prospect reflect the social tensions of 19th-century Russia?
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How does Gogol's depiction of Nevsky Prospect reflect the social tensions of 19th-century Russia?
Did anyone else find the humor in Gogol’s satire a bit dark or uncomfortable at times?
What inspired Gogol to set these stories in such a specific urban landscape?