The Multilingual Short Works Collection 009 by Various is a diverse and engaging compilation of short stories and poems that showcase the talent and creativity of writers from different linguistic backgrounds. The collection features a wide range of genres and themes, from poignant narratives exploring love and loss to whimsical tales of fantasy and adventure.

Each piece in the collection is translated into multiple languages, allowing readers to experience the beauty and nuances of each work in different languages. This multilingual approach adds a unique layer of depth and richness to the stories, making them accessible to a wider audience.

Overall, the Multilingual Short Works Collection 009 is a captivating and thought-provoking read that highlights the power of language and storytelling. Whether you're a fan of literary fiction, poetry, or genre fiction, this collection has something for everyone. Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore new voices and perspectives in literature.

Book Description:
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers. 01 - Japanese - Numachi by Akutagawa Ryunosuke (1892-1927) [1916] - Text - Key words: prose, fiction, painting 02 - Japanese - Hamano Fuyu by Nagatsuka Takashi (1879-1915) [1907] - Text - Key words: prose, fiction, seashore, winter 03 - Russian - Демон. Часть 1 / Demon. Part 1 by Mikhail Lermontov (1814-1841) [1841] - Text - Key words: romantic poetry 04 - Russian - Демон. Часть 2 / Demon. Part 2 by Mikhail Lermontov (1814-1841) [1841] - Text - Key words: romantic poetry 05 - German - Waldeinsamkeit by Heinrich Heine (1797-1856) [1851] - Text - Key words: Poem 06 - Polish - Przestroga młodemu by Ignacy Krasicki (1735-1801) [1882-1883] - Text - Key words: poezja, satyra, przestroga, młodość 07 - Japanese - Tsushima Izuharakou nite by Nagatsuka Takashi (1879-1915) [1912] - Text - Key words: prose, fiction, Tsushima 08 - Ukrainian - Твої очі, як те море by Ivan Franko (1856-1916) [1883] - Text - Key words: verse, lyrical 09 - Japanese - Aoi Tokeidai by Ogawa Mimei (1882-1961) [1914] - Text - Key words: children, moonlight, star, night, music, prose 10 - Japanese - Ikinokuni Katsumoto nite by Nagatsuka Takashi (1879-1915) [1912] - Text - Key words: prose, fiction, Iki 11 - Japanese - Safuran by Mori Ogai (1862-1922) [1914] - Text - Key words: prose,essay,saffron 12 - Danish - Guldhornene by Adam Oehlenschläger (1779-1850) [1803] - Text - Key words: poetry, great importance for the Danish Romantic period 13 - Danish - Flugten til Amerika by Christian Winther (1796-1876) [1835] - Text - Key words: poetry, children's classic 14 - Polish - Trup w obłokach by Mark Twain (1835-1910) translated by anonymous [1912] - Text - Key words: wynalazek, śmierć, opowiadanie 15 - Japanese - Syobugoto by Kikuchi Kan (1888-1948) [1920] - Text - Key words: prose, fiction, gamble 16 - Japanese - Kumade to Chyochin by Masaoka Shiki (1867-1902) [1899] - Text - Key words: non-fiction, bamboo rake, lantern 17 - Japanese - Nyusya no Ji by Akutagawa Ryunosuke (1892-1927) [1916] - Text - Key words: non-fiction, greeting 18 - Japanese - Sake by Masaoka Shiki (1867-1902) [1899] - Text - Key words: non-fiction, alcohol