The Lady Macbeth of the Mzinsk District

Nikolai Leskov's "The Lady Macbeth of the Mzinsk District" is a compelling exploration of the dark corners of human desire, tyranny, and the implications of power set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russian society. In a narrative steeped in a rich, colloquial style, Leskov employs a colorful palette of metaphors and unexpected twists, delving into the psychological complexities of his charac...