The Schoolmaster and Other Stories

The story centers on Fyodor Lukitch Sysoev, the master of a factory school, as he prepares for the lively annual dinner following school examinations. This event, attended by various officials and factory staff, is marked by camaraderie and celebration, where social distinctions fade amidst merriment. Over the years, Sysoev has participated in thirteen such dinners, reflecting on his experiences and the joyous atmosphere that envelops the factory settlement as guests indulge in food, drink, and song.