The novel “The People of Notre-Dame” tells about the lives of two priests and a deacon in the provincial city of Saint-Gostar d, and about how their world collapses. In this book, Leskov combines humor and deep feelings, showing the author’s conservative views. He describes people—believing, funny, and touching—along with their devotion and readiness to fight for their faith. The story “The Enchanted Angel” tells about the rescue of an icon of an angel by Old Believers, who set out on a dangerous journey and commit a crime to return the icon. This story is an example of how Leskov successfully conveys the language and culture of the people.