Le 12 sedie (Sírin)

The social commentary feels sharp and timeless, but I wonder what drew Ilf to explore this particular setting and era.

The story really exposes human greed, but I kept wondering if the humor sometimes made me overlook how tragic some situations are.

The episodic nature makes it feel like a series of misadventures, but I’m curious if this was a deliberate choice to emphasize the satirical tone.