A brilliant satire about Professor Preobrazhensky, who transforms a stray dog into a man. The experiment turns into a disaster as the "new man" Sharikov embodies the worst human traits. A sharp critique of attempts to reshape nature and society.

Alexei Ivanovich, a young tutor, is drawn into the feverish world of a German casino. This novel explores the psychology of addiction and toxic love, where the thrill of the roulette wheel eclipses all reason. A raw look at human obsession.