The History of a Town
The History of a Town is a dystopian work by Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin, published in 1870. The Dystopia Index files it under dystopian social satire, tracing documented themes of propaganda. This entry links the book to its subgenres, themes, related titles, and where to read or borrow it.
| Author | Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin |
|---|---|
| First published | 1870 |
| ISBN-13 | 9781784975425 |
| Source | Wikipedia · Wikidata |
About this entry
The History of a Town is a 1870s work of early dystopian imagination by Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin. It is first published in Russia and originally written in Russian. Within this directory it sits among dystopian social satire, surfacing propaganda. The edition on file has been issued by Apollo and carries ISBN 9781784975425. See the linked Wikipedia entry for full plot detail and critical history; classifications here are editorial and marked unreviewed.
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Frequently asked
When was The History of a Town published?
The History of a Town was first published in 1870.
Who wrote The History of a Town?
The History of a Town was written by Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin.
What kind of dystopia is The History of a Town?
The Dystopia Index classifies it under Social satire, with themes of Propaganda. These are editorial classifications, not the publisher's.
What is the ISBN of The History of a Town?
A catalogued edition of The History of a Town carries ISBN-13 9781784975425.
