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A Glorious Book
This is a wonderful story, beautifully illustrated and evocative both of the time and the story, but on a child's level. I am certain that Gogol would approve and in fact, would have loved the story. Beautifully sympathetic and told. The richness of the illustrations is magnificent! Bravo
Published on January 25, 2004
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Disappointed in shameless exploitation
As someone who has lived in Russia for 2 years (St. Petersburg for 18 mos) I am disappointed in what would seem to be a shameless exploitation of Gogol. The title openly suggests a degree of familiarity with Gogol's "The Overcoat". But it is not. I am sure most, if not all, Russians, especially those in St. Petersburg, would be offended by the intent of the...
Published on February 1, 2000 by T. R. Williams
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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Disappointed in shameless exploitation,
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This review is from: Gogol's Coat (Hardcover)
As someone who has lived in Russia for 2 years (St. Petersburg for 18 mos) I am disappointed in what would seem to be a shameless exploitation of Gogol. The title openly suggests a degree of familiarity with Gogol's "The Overcoat". But it is not. I am sure most, if not all, Russians, especially those in St. Petersburg, would be offended by the intent of the title of this book.The story itself is okay. It's entertaining enough for kids. Change the title and maybe you get 3 stars. But to rely on such a cheap trick, as name association, diminishes any respect this story might otherwise receive.
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A Glorious Book,
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This review is from: Gogol's Coat (Hardcover)
This is a wonderful story, beautifully illustrated and evocative both of the time and the story, but on a child's level. I am certain that Gogol would approve and in fact, would have loved the story. Beautifully sympathetic and told. The richness of the illustrations is magnificent! Bravo
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Gogol's Coat by Cary Fagan (Hardcover - September 26, 1998)
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