“Joking Poems” by Vladimir Nabokov is a unique collection that opens the world of poetry to the reader, filled with playfulness, wit and subtle humor. This collection, like many other works by Nabokov, is a reflection of his multifaceted personality and literary talent. Unlike his more famous novels, such as Lolita or Defense of Luzhin, Joke Poems is an easy and easy reading, which is nevertheless not devoid of depth and subtlety. In these poems, Nabokov plays with words, creating vivid images and unexpected associations. His humor is sometimes ironic, and sometimes easy and playful, which makes each poem a small masterpiece. The reader can expect from him not only laughter, but also deep reflections on life, love and human relationships. Nabokov, known for his skill in creating language games, here demonstrates his talent to the fullest, making the reader smile, laugh and sometimes think about more serious things. This book will be interesting to a wide audience, from teenagers to adults, who appreciate poetry and like to find unexpected twists in it. It is suitable for those who are looking for easy reading to cheer up, as well as for those who want to immerse themselves in the world of verbal games and wit. If you love such works as Anna Akhmatova's Poems of Love or Korney Chukovsky's Funny Poems, Nabokov's Joking Poems will be a real discovery for you. The topics raised in the collection cover a wide range of human emotions and experiences. Nabokov touches on issues of love and friendship, irony over everyday life and human weaknesses. His poems are not just jokes, but deep observations about the world in which we live. Each poem can be read as an easy joke, but on deeper analysis opens up many layers of meaning. Nabokov's style in Joke Poems is distinguished by brightness and expressiveness. He uses a rich vocabulary and a variety of poetic techniques that make his works memorable. Reading these poems, you will be able to enjoy the play of words and rhythm, as well as a unique style that has become the hallmark of the author. Nabokov, like no other, knew how to combine lightness and depth, which makes his works relevant today. If you are looking for something unusual that can cheer you up and make you think, Vladimir Nabokov’s Joking Poems is exactly what you need. This book will be a great gift for poetry lovers, as well as for those who want to get acquainted with the work of one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. Don’t miss the opportunity to discover a world where every word matters and every poem is a little adventure in the world of language and thought.