The Village

Interesting Facts

• The book depicts life in a Russian village at the beginning of the 20th century, showing it in a harsh and realistic light.
• The main characters, the Krasov brothers, represent contrasting character types and destinies.
• The work addresses themes of social injustice, poverty, and moral decay in the village.
• Bunin uses rich and expressive language to convey the atmosphere and mood of village life.
• The book was written between 1909 and 1910 and sparked widespread discussion, becoming one of the most talked-about works of its time.