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The Queen of Spades: An Analysis
Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin’s “The Queen of Spades”, depicts an 18th century tale of selfish desires, unattainable lust, and revenge that starts to unfold during what began as a simple game of cards. This absorbant tale explores the theme of revenge and the desperate actions people will take to change their present position in life; in which one particular character resorts to when his goals are threatened. This is an unsettling story with ironic overtones, but at the same token, it attracts readers for it famil....
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