The Government Inspector

The Government Inspector is Nikolai Gogol's renowned drama, presented here as part of The Drama Library series. This English edition features a translation by D. J. Campbell alongside an introductory essay by Janko Lavrin, offering helpful context for readers, theatre enthusiasts, and students studying classic dramatic works.

Set in a corrupt provincial town thrown into panic by the arrival of an official from the capital, this timeless comedy explores themes of deceit, mistaken identity, and bureaucratic vanity. It is an essential reading choice for secondary literature students, drama teachers, and general readers interested in world drama and stage classics.