Lolita

Interesting Facts

• The book was written in English, although the author was born in Russia and his native language was Russian.
• The novel was initially rejected by many American publishers due to its controversial subject matter.
• The title "Lolita" has become a byword used to describe young girls who attract the attention of older men.
• Vladimir Nabokov used the pseudonym "Vladimir Sirin" for his early works, but "Lolita" was published under his real name.
• The novel was adapted into films twice: first in 1962 by director Stanley Kubrick, and again in 1997 by director Adrian Lyne.
• The book sparked numerous controversies and was banned in several countries, including France and the United Kingdom, shortly after its publication.
• Nabokov himself wrote the screenplay for the 1962 film adaptation, but many scenes were altered or removed due to censorship demands.