Dark Alleys

"Dark Alleys" (1937-1945) — the most famous book by Bunin, consisting of stories about love, this collection the writer himself considered his best creation.
Probably, no one before or after Bunin created such a bright, vibrant, and diverse "encyclopedia of love" in literature. For Bunin, love is like a sunstroke. Experiencing this feeling at least once in life is given to few; it is both great happiness and a dear memory to the heart, and sometimes a terrible tragedy that turns into death. Each of the stories that make up this collection is a separate love story.
The most famous stories from "Dark Alleys" are "Henry", "Clean Monday", "Natalie", "In Paris", but undoubtedly, as you read this inspired, captivating book, you will choose the story that resonates most with your heart.
The collection also includes selected stories from 1921–1952.