"The Overcoat", written by Nikolai Gogol in 1842 and published in 1843, is one of the most striking works of Russian literature, often associated with realism and renowned for its biting satire on bureaucracy and social indifference.

The story follows the humble clerk Akaky Akakievich Bashmachkin, who leads a monotonous life and is almost fanatically devoted to his work of copying documents. Akaky Akakievich embodies the image of the little man, an insignificant figure in society who is frequently ridiculed by his colleagues. He lives in extremely modest conditions and appears resigned to his humble existence until he realizes that his old and tattered overcoat, essential for survival in the harsh Russian winters, is beyond repair.

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