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First Love, and Other Stories

Translated by Isabel F. Hapgood

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Turgenev's works capture the essence of 19th-century Russian society, reflecting the anxieties and aspirations of his contemporaries. His debut collection, A Sportsman's Sketches, marked a turning point in Russian realism, while his acclaimed novel Fathers and Sons explores generational conflict and societal change. Influenced by German culture, Turgenev advocated for Western ideals as a means for Russia's progress. His shorter novels, including The Diary of a Superfluous Man, further delve into the complexities of identity and existence in a rapidly evolving world.

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First Love, and Other Stories, Iwan Sergejewitsch Turgenew

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Translated by Isabel F. Hapgood
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2022
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230
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Turgenev's works capture the essence of 19th-century Russian society, reflecting the anxieties and aspirations of his contemporaries. His debut collection, A Sportsman's Sketches, marked a turning point in Russian realism, while his acclaimed novel Fathers and Sons explores generational conflict and societal change. Influenced by German culture, Turgenev advocated for Western ideals as a means for Russia's progress. His shorter novels, including The Diary of a Superfluous Man, further delve into the complexities of identity and existence in a rapidly evolving world.