Delve into the satirical and darkly humorous world of Nikolai Gogol with Volume 2 of his collected works. This volume showcases Gogol's unique blend of realism and the grotesque, offering a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century Russian society. From the absurd bureaucracy of "The Government Inspector" to the supernatural elements in "Viy," Gogol's stories are both entertaining and thought-provoking. Experience the literary genius of a master storyteller whose works continue to resonate with readers today. This collection is essential for anyone interested in Russian literature, classic short stories, and the enduring power of satire. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.