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There were eight of us in the room, and we were discussing contemporary matters and persons, "I do not understand these gentlemen " remarked A.-"They are fellows of a reckless sort.... Really, desperate.... There has never been anything of the kind before." "Yes, there has,"... Read Full Overview

In this collection of short stories, Ivan Turgenev explores the lives of ordinary Russians during the mid-19th century. With subtlety and nuance, he captures the complexities of human relationships, from love to betrayal to family dynamics. This book is a must-read for anyone... Read Full Overview

This collection of short stories by Ivan Turgenev delves into the lives of various characters in 19th-century Russia, highlighting their inner struggles, moral dilemmas, and the rapidly changing societal landscape. With his trademark realism and psychological depth, Turgenev... Read Full Overview

This collection of short stories by Ivan Turgenev delves into the lives of various characters in 19th-century Russia, highlighting their inner struggles, moral dilemmas, and the rapidly changing societal landscape. With his trademark realism and psychological depth, Turgenev... Read Full Overview

Ivan Sergeyevich Turgenev (1818-1883) was a great Russian novelist and playwright. His novel Fathers and Sons is regarded as one of major works of 19th-century fiction. After the standard schooling for a child of a gentleman's family, He studied for one year at the University... Read Full Overview

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There were eight of us in the room, and we were discussing contemporary matters and persons, "I do not understand these gentlemen " remarked A.-"They are fellows of a reckless sort.... Really, desperate.... There has never been anything of the kind before." "Yes, there has,"... Read Full Overview