The Twelve Chairs, written by Ilya Ilf and Evgeny Petrov, is a humorous Russian romance novel that follows the misadventures of a group of characters in search of hidden treasure. The story revolves around the quest for a set of chairs, each containing a fortune in jewels. Along the way, the characters encounter various obstacles, engage in witty banter, and form unexpected alliances. Ilf and Petrov's satirical writing style and comedic timing make The Twelve Chairs an entertaining and lighthearted read that combines elements of romance, adventure, and comedy.