White Nights and Other Stories showcases Fyodor Dostoevsky’s early brilliance in capturing the inner lives of ordinary people. This collection includes White Nights, A Faint Heart, A Christmas Tree and a Wedding, Polzunkov, A Little Hero, and Mr. Prohartchin—each a poignant reflection on love, isolation, memory, and social hypocrisy. From the romantic idealism of a lonely dreamer to the subtle tragedies of everyday existence, Dostoevsky’s psychological insight and emotional power shine through. These stories offer a compelling introduction to one of literature’s greatest minds and remain timeless in their exploration of the soul’s quiet struggles and longings.