Nabokov, Vladimir

Vladimir Nabokov's letters to Véra Slonim offer a unique glimpse into the life of a major twentieth-century writer. The correspondence, spanning a half-century, chronicles a playful and romantic...

Vladimir Nabokov's Lolita is a novel that explores the complexities of desire and obsession. Originally published in 1955, this Penguin Modern Classics edition features an afterword by Craig Raine...

Vladimir Nabokov's Lolita is a provocative and complex novel that explores the darker aspects of human obsession. The story revolves around Humbert Humbert's fixation on a young girl, and the blurred...

A poem, a preface, and a commentary come together in a complex web of meaning in Pale Fire. The late American poet John Shade's final work is presented alongside a lengthy commentary by his editor,...

Pnin, a poignant and humorous tale, follows the story of Professor Timofey Pnin, a man struggling to adapt to life in America. As he navigates the challenges of a new world, Pnin must confront the...

Vladimir Nabokov's memoir is a rich tapestry of memories, woven from the threads of his childhood, family, and early love. The author's recollections of his comfortable upbringing, liberal-minded...

The Annotated Lolita is a revised and expanded edition of Vladimir Nabokov's 1955 novel, first published in 2000. This annotated edition brings new insights into the novel's complex text,...