"Tales of Two Countries" is a collection of works by the famous Ukrainian writer Maksym Gorky. These stories depict the life of two countries - Ukraine and Russia, their spiritual world, traditions and human destinies. The author conveys the peculiarities of both national cultures with deep understanding and feeling, using vivid language and expressive images. In each story, we will meet different characters - from ordinary peasants to prominent figures, their ups and downs, joys and sorrows. The author skilfully emphasizes the uniqueness of each story, revealing the depth of feelings and emotional experiences of his characters. Each story is a bright mosaic portrait of life on two different shores, full of unique atmosphere and deep meaning. "Tales of Two Countries" is a work that will allow the reader to feel the full range of feelings and emotions that radiate from the stories of the heroes, and to immerse themselves in the special atmosphere of the life of Ukraine and Russia through the prism of the plumb eye of the outstanding writer Maksym Gorky.