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The book includes works by N. S. Leskov (1831–1895) that are studied in school. The novella “Levsha” tells the story of a Tula craftsman, an unremarkable man who had lost his hair “in his studies” and who outwitted the English with his skill and ingenuity by shoeing their mechanical flea with tiny horseshoes. “The Dull Artist” is the tragic love story of a serf actress and a hairdresser whose fates depend on the will of the headstrong and cruel Count Kamensky. The stories “The Man on the Clock” (based on the true story of a sentry rescuing a drowning man) and “The Immortal Golovan” are included by the author in the collection “Righteous Men,” whose heroes are sincere, fearless, compassionate toward the misfortunes of others, and always ready to help. The essential minimum of N. Leskov’s works—for every schoolchild! This collection includes several of Nikolai Semyonovich Leskov’s most famous works. They are studied both in school and in private literature lessons. In his stories, he described ordinary people who, by chance, displayed outstanding abilities or qualities of character that no one expected. They will help the reader discover their capacity for compassion, sincere warmth, and the courage to make difficult decisions. The book includes the novella “Levsha” about a craftsman who managed to shoe a flea, as well as the stories “The Dull Artist,” “The Man on the Clock,” and “The Immortal Golovan.” All these works are on the list of recommended reading for schoolchildren. The “Classics for Schoolchildren” series includes the finest works of Russian and foreign literature that are part of the school curriculum from grades 1 to 11 and on the lists of recommended reading for preschoolers. The hardcover books will make exploring literature easy and enjoyable. A series that won’t strain the family budget and will help young readers grow morally and intellectually!