The Darling and Other Stories

Meer over het boek

Set against a backdrop of a sweltering summer day, Olenka, the daughter of a retired assessor, finds herself lost in thought on her porch. Meanwhile, Kukin, the manager of the nearby Tivoli theater, is anxiously watching the sky, lamenting the relentless rain that threatens his outdoor performances and financial stability. His despair highlights the tension between personal aspirations and the uncontrollable forces of nature, setting the stage for a story filled with emotional turmoil and the struggle against fate.