Judas Golovlyov is a novel by Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin, which explores the decline of a corrupt and morally bankrupt Russian noble family, focusing on the character Porfiry Golovlyov, nicknamed Judas for his hypocritical and manipulative nature. The story delves into themes of greed, cruelty, and the destructive power of self-deception as Porfiry uses his cunning and false piety to control and betray his family members, ultimately leading to their ruin and his own spiritual emptiness. The novel is a stark critique of the Russian aristocracy, highlighting the moral decay and isolation that come with unchecked power and hypocrisy.

Edited by Olga Shartse
Illustrated by Kukryniksy
Designed by V. Noskov

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