The foundation pit
Platonov, Andreĭ Platonovich, 1899-19512010
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Platonov's dystopian novel describes the lives of a group of Soviet workers who believe they are laying the foundations for a radiant future. As they work harder and dig deeper, their optimism turns to violence and it becomes clear that what is being dug is not a foundation pit but an immense grave.
Main title:
The foundation pit / Andrey Platonov ; translated by Robert and Elizabeth Chandler and Olga Meerson.
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Imprint:
London : Vintage Classic, 2010.
Collation:
176 p. ; 20 cm.
Notes:
Translated from the Russian.
ISBN:
9780099529743 (pbk)
Dewey class:
891.7342FIC
Language:
EnglishRussian
BRN:
154651