Fiction Stories

A heated argument arises between a lawyer and a wealthy banker over whether the death penalty or life imprisonment is more humane.

The protagonist is a gentle, passive woman who constantly seeks meaning in life through her relationships with men.

A reclusive village postmaster named Savin lives with his young, beautiful wife, Raissa.

A naive young boy who witnesses the household cook being forced into an unwanted marriage.

A collection of short stories, showcasing Chekhov's mastery of psychological realism, irony, and social critique.

The story is narrated by a local physician who tells the life story of a shipwrecked immigrant from Central Europe.

A collection of short stories originally written in Russian in the late 19th century.

A collection of traditional folk and fairy tales from Belgium, adapted and retold for young readers.

A short story that blends humor, romantic rivalry, and light suspense.

A collection of traditional tales from Wales, retold in an engaging and accessible way for a general audience.