struggle and gothic elements set against the backdrop of Prague. The opening of the novel introduces us to Severin, a 23-year-old grappling with the ennui of his bureaucratic job and the emotional turmoil in his life. He is haunted by memories of a more vibrant past and the fleeting happiness he shared with Zdenka. As the autumn deepens, Severin experiences a restless desire for connection amidst the shadows of the city, which he perceives almost as a living entity. His introspection reveals a growing malaise, spurred by feelings of isolation and a reckless urge to escape the constraints of his existence. The narrative sets a tone that juxtaposes the everyday life of Severin with his yearning for something extraordinary, hinting at the supernatural elements that may emerge as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)