Showing results for "Ivan Goncharov" in Politics & Social Sciences

The Precipice is a story of the romantic rivalry among three men, condemning nihilism as subverting the religious and moral values of Russia. It was originally published in 1869 in Vestnik Evropy. Later critics came to see it as the final part of a trilogy, each part introducing a character typical of Russian high society of a certain period: first Aduev ("A Common Story"), then Oblomov ("Oblomov"), and finally Raisky, a gifted man, his artistic development halted by "lack of direction". According to scholar S. Mashinsky, as a social epic, The Precipice was superior to both A Common Story and ...

Dive into the world of Oblomov, the renowned novel by Russian author Ivan Goncharov, first published in 1859. At its heart lies Oblomov, a character often regarded as the epitome of the superfluous man, a poignant symbol in 19th-century Russian literature. This young, kind-hearted nobleman struggles with the simplest of lifes decisions and actions, having been so pampered in his youth that he can hardly manage even the most basic tasks. In his restless dreams, he confronts the term Oblomovstchina (Oblomovism), which encapsulates his deep-seated awareness of his own paralysis in the face of ...

Alexander Fedoritch Adouev, the sheltered and naïve son of provincial landowner Anna Pavlovna, sets out for Saint Petersburg with grand ambitions to leave his mark on society, become a celebrated writer, and discover true love. Under the watchful eye of his pragmatic uncle, Piotr Ivanitch Adouev, who dismisses romantic ideals, Alexander grapples with the harsh realities of life. While supporting himself with mundane articles on agriculture, his heart yearns for the passionate poetry and drama he writes by night. His quest for love leads him through a series of encounters with five captivating...