New Year's Stories. Russian Classics

According to ancient beliefs, the moment the New Year arrives briefly erases the boundary between the world of the living and the dead.

On this magical night, miracles happen — people daydream, peer into the future, argue with the devil, and most importantly — await the spark of a new hope.

The traditions of cheerful caroling and festive tales were supported by many Russian writers, including Gogol, Leskov, Dostoevsky, and Chekhov.

Funny and instructive, sad and touching — their Christmas works will leave you indifferent. After all, on such a night, anything can happen!