The Queen Of Spades

The Queen of Spades is a classic short story written by the renowned Russian author, Alexander Pushkin. The story revolves around the character of Hermann, an ambitious young officer in the Russian army, who becomes obsessed with a secret gambling strategy for winning at cards. Hermann's obsession leads him to seek out an elderly countess who is rumored to possess the secret to the winning strategy. He becomes determined to get hold of the secret at any cost and is willing to go to any lengths to obtain it, even if it means risking his own life.The story is set in St. Petersburg, Russia, in the late 18th century and explores themes of greed, ambition, and the destructive nature of obsession. The Queen of Spades is a haunting tale that delves into the dark side of human nature and the consequences of pursuing one's desires without regard for ethical considerations.Pushkin's writing style is elegant and sophisticated, with vivid descriptions of the characters and the setting. The story is filled with suspense and tension, as Hermann's obsession leads him down a dangerous path that ultimately leads to tragedy. The Queen of Spades is widely regarded as one of Pushkin's greatest works and is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian literature and classic short stories.For all that, the letter caused her to feel exceedingly uneasy. For the first time in her life she was entering into secret and confidential relations with a young man. His boldness alarmed her. She reproached herself for her imprudent behavior, and knew not what to do. Should she cease to sit at the window, and, by assuming an appearance of indifference towards him, put a check upon the young officer's desire for further acquaintance with her?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.