About the book: 2009 / Text publishing house continues to introduce the Russian reader to the work of the French writer of Russian origin Irene Nemirovsky. The book includes two small works, united by the theme of Russia. “Autumn Flies” is a story about Russian emigrants of the “first wave” in Paris, “The Kurilov Case” is a historical fantasy on the current topic of terrorism. Both stories, written in the best traditions of French classical literature, are further evidence of the brilliant talent of Irene Nemirovsky.