The Story of Akaky Akakievich and his greatcoat

The Story of Akaky Akakievich and his greatcoat


We all came out from the Gogol greatcoat.

Whether you like it or not, you have to admit that fact.

Recently celebrated the Day of the Russian flag.

350 years ago, the flag was hoisted on the Eagle ship ...

Akaky Akakievich, a monarchist at heart, went out into the street.

Having walked a bit among the masses of people, Akaky Akakievich decided to read the October Manifesto, prepared with the participation of Sergei Yulievich Witte. But reading this manifesto on the street is dangerous. They can create a commission and declare as an agent of the Antichrist - that is, Napoleon (... van Sweeden, Butler ... and done ... and is ready ...).

Akaky Akakievich headed home, deciding to walk through yards.

As soon as he moved away from the masses, who were demonstrating their commitment to Aleksey Mikhailovich Tishayshy, a group of people approached him.

- Wanted the monarchy!

- Uhhh ...

Akaky Akakievich immediately lost ability to speak. While he was in a stupor, he was pulled by the neck. The greatcoat jumped from his shoulders ...

Akaki Akakievich was scared. In his eyes darkened.

He remembered only a push in the back.

He came to memory already at home and immediately went to look for his greatcoat.

Now residents of the city periodically see Akaky Akakievich, with the October Manifesto in his hands. He is trying to find his greatcoat.


August 27, 2019 06:48


Translation from Russian into English: August 27, 2019 07:32.
Владимир Владимирович Залесский “Рассказ об Акакии Акакиевиче и его шинели”.