Poems 1918–1947: “Superman’s Lament”

This collection features selected poetic works by Vladimir Nabokov written between 1918 and 1947. These pieces represent not only literary masterpieces, but also a poignant reflection of the author’s journey through an era of momentous historical upheavals. Primarily celebrated as a novelist, Nabokov reveals new dimensions of his talent through verse. Readers will delight in the remarkable blend of lyricism and daring linguistic play characteristic of his poetry. The inclusion of landmark works such as “Superman’s Lament” offers deeper insight into the author’s rich interior world, inviting readers into the atmosphere of the years when these true treasures of Russian literature were created.