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      The Overcoat

      by Nikolai Gogol / Nicolai Vasilievich Gogol
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      General Fiction General Fiction
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      52
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      It is the story of a sincere young clerk who makes great sacrifices to attain an ìovercoatî of untold value and power. Representing the mighty bureaucracy, Akaky dies of a broken heart when his beloved smart coat is stolen. The story takes an interesting turn when he returns for his coat from the buyer. This story symbolizes the reprisal of lower class against the dominance of the ruling class.

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      General Fiction

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      Young Adult / Teens

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