The Little Golden Calf [Paperback] ILf, Ilya; Petrov, Eugene; Malamuth, Charles and Sloan, Sam

Description

1966 Second printing. Paperback cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of “The Little Golden Calf” by the celebrated Soviet satirists Ilya Ilf and Yevgeny Petrov offers a glimpse into the tumultuous early years of the Soviet Union. Published in 1931, this biting satire follows the misadventures of con men and opportunists navigating the chaos of the New Economic Policy era. Ilf and Petrov’s sharp wit and keen observations skewer the bureaucracy, corruption, and get-rich-quick schemes that flourished during this period of limited capitalism. As a sequel to their acclaimed novel “The Twelve Chairs,” this book cemented their reputation as masters of satirical prose. Despite its age, this edition remains a cherished artifact for collectors interested in 20th-century Russian literature and its unvarnished portrayal of a society in flux. The well-worn cover and creased spine attest to its status as a beloved and oft-revisited classic.