Альманах «Российский колокол». Спецвыпуск. Премия имени Н.С. Лескова. 190 лет со дня рождения. Часть 2

"190 years have passed since the birth of one of the most original Russian writers of the 19th century, Nikolai Semyonovich Leskov. He puzzled his contemporaries with the unpredictability of his themes and the diversity of his styles. Drawing inspiration from early Christian history and the contemporary lives of the clergy, he stirred up controversy among both religious figures and liberals. He delved into the tragedy of Russian nihilism, earning curses from both nihilists and the rest of Russian society, as well as the ideological leaders of the Soviet era. From its inception, the International Union of Writers has been driven by the noble goal of preserving global cultural heritage, reintroducing forgotten names to readers, and uncovering new masterpieces. To celebrate the anniversary of the remarkable Russian writer N.S. Leskov, the ISP organized a literary competition, with the results announced in October 2021. The winners' works, distinguished by their intricate and ambiguous plots, philosophical depth, and unconventional style, have now been compiled into a collection. We present to you this collection in a PDF A4 format that preserves the original layout chosen by the publisher."