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The First Distiller

by Leo graf Tolstoy

Level B2 · Upper-intermediateClassics7 chapters
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CEFR level
B2
Length
7 chapters
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About this book

About this book

A humble peasant’s simple lunch is stolen by a mischievous imp eager to claim his soul for Hell, but instead of cursing, the peasant’s kindness confounds the devilish plans—sparking a celestial comedy of mischief and morality.

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Contents

7 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02ACT I
03ACT II
04ACT III
05ACT IV
06ACT V
07ACT VI

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