Pelagia and the White Bulldog

Interesting Facts

• The book is the first in a series about the adventures of Sister Pelagia, who possesses outstanding detective abilities.
• The novel is set in a fictional province of the Russian Empire at the end of the 19th century, giving the work historical color.
• The main heroine, Sister Pelagia, is distinguished not only by her intelligence and insight but also by her unusual courage and determination for a nun.
• The plot of the book begins with the investigation of the murder of a white bulldog, which gradually leads to the uncovering of more serious crimes.
• The novel combines elements of detective fiction, historical novel, and satire, making it multilayered and interesting for different categories of readers.
• Boris Akunin uses elements of classic detective fiction, such as a closed setting and a limited circle of suspects, creating an atmosphere of mystery and tension.
• The book explores themes of religion, morality, and human nature, giving it philosophical depth.