Satan's Diary (1920) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166989347)

Satan's Diary is a novel written by Russian author Leonid Andreyev and first published in 1920. The book is written in the form of a diary kept by Satan himself, chronicling his observations and experiences as he wanders through the world of mortals. Throughout the book, Satan reflects on humanity and their flaws, often with a sense of cynicism and contempt. He observes the struggles and sufferings of people, and the ways in which they are driven by greed, lust, and other base desires. Despite his disdain for humanity, Satan is also portrayed as a complex character with a deep understanding of human nature. He is often portrayed as a tragic figure, struggling with his own sense of purpose and identity. The book is divided into a series of short chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of human life. Some chapters are philosophical in nature, while others are more narrative-driven, exploring the lives of specific individuals. Overall, Satan's Diary is a thought-provoking and challenging work that explores complex themes such as morality, free will, and the nature of evil. It is a classic of Russian literature and has been widely praised for its unique perspective and powerful writing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Leonid Nikolayevich Andreyev
ISBN-10: 1166989348
ISBN-13: 9781166989347
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 284
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.60d