White Nights

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This adaptation touches on themes of loneliness, unfulfilled desires, emotional vulnerability, and the complexities of human relationships. The story delves into the psychological depth of its characters, highlighting feelings of isolation and longing. Readers are encouraged to consider their emotional comfort with these themes before engaging with the content.

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Total Words 20099
Unique Words 2708
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White Nights

About the Author

Fyodor Dostoyevsky (1821-1881) was a Russian novelist and philosopher known for his profound exploration of the human psyche. His works, such as Crime and Punishment and The Brothers Karamazov, delve into themes of morality, faith, and existential struggle. White Nights, one of his earlier short stories, showcases his ability to blend emotion, philosophy, and social commentary in the intimate lives of his characters.

Story Overview

Immerse yourself in the dreamlike and emotional world of White Nights with our leveled reading adaptation. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century St. Petersburg, this story follows an unnamed narrator, a lonely dreamer who wanders the city's streets at night. Over the course of four magical evenings, he forms a deep connection with a young woman named Nastenka, sharing moments of hope, longing, and heartbreak. This adaptation brings to life Dostoyevsky's exploration of unrequited love, isolation, and the power of fleeting human connections.

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Synchronized Materials

Each text is broken down into numbered passages, synchronized across all versions, enabling every student to follow along in class discussions, regardless of the reading level they are using.

Passage numbers are available in the web reader and in the margins of our paperback copies.

A Multimedia Reading Experience

Combine Print & Digital

The author's original words are always just a tap away. Easily reference the original language of any one of our leveled readers by visiting our web application and jumping to the corresponding passage.