The novel revolves around the life of a young woman who lives with her family in a rural town. She is struggling to maintain her innocence and purity amidst the corrupting influences of her surroundings. As she navigates her relationships with her family members, particularly her father, she begins to question the morality and values that have been instilled in her. The novel explores themes of morality, innocence, and the struggle between good and evil.
By Fyodor Sologub · First published 1903 · Genre: Symbolism, Surrealism, Existentialism