Glory

Brief Overview

The novel "Glory" by Vladimir Nabokov tells the story of Martin Edelweiss, a young man who leaves Russia after the revolution and heads to Europe. In England, he enrolls at Cambridge, where he becomes acquainted with the world of literature and philosophy. Falling in love with Sonia, Martin decides to perform a heroic deed to prove his love and significance. He embarks on a perilous journey through Soviet Russia, encountering numerous challenges and dangers. Ultimately, Martin realizes that true heroism lies not in grand gestures but in spiritual growth and self-discovery.