St. John's Eve is a short story revolving around a blacksmith Vakula, who is in love with a beautiful village girl, Oksana. An unusual adventure during St. John's Eve leads Vakula to deal with the devil himself. The plot is placed in a rural setting with folklore elements.

St. John's Eve

A May Evening is an enchanting tale that captures the serenity of a tranquil evening in May. The story swirls around vivid imageries of blossoming flowers, setting sun, and the calmness of the night but does not shy away from profound insights into life and beauty. No significant plot points are spoiled in this brief summary.

A May Evening

The Nose is a satirical short story by Nikolai Gogol. It tells the surreal tale of a Russian official who wakes up one day to find his nose has left his face and developed a life of its own.

The Nose

Old-Fashioned Farmers narrates a heartwarming tale of a community of farmers living in a quaint countryside, managing their day to day life thru hard work, strong friendship, and a deep respect for the nature around them.

Old-Fashioned Farmers

Memoirs of a Madman is an insightful work by Nikolai Gogol exploring the descent of an individual into madness. The novel provides a powerful commentary on the class and social hierarchies of Russian society in the 19th century.

Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol

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