A Hero Of Our Time: The Story of General Ermolov (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419101533)

A Hero of Our Time is a novel written by the Russian author Mikhail Lermontov. The book tells the story of General Ermolov, a legendary military figure who fought in the Caucasus Wars in the early 19th century. The novel is divided into five parts, each of which focuses on a different episode in Ermolov's life. Throughout the book, Lermontov explores themes of heroism, honor, and the nature of power. He also delves into the complexities of human relationships, particularly the fraught dynamic between Ermolov and his subordinate, the young officer Pechorin. The novel is notable for its innovative narrative structure, which combines elements of a traditional novel with a travelogue and a series of interconnected short stories. It is also renowned for its vivid descriptions of the rugged terrain of the Caucasus Mountains and the brutal realities of war. First published in 1840, A Hero of Our Time is considered a classic of Russian literature and a seminal work of the Romantic movement. It has been translated into numerous languages and has influenced generations of writers and thinkers.This is the story of General Ermolov by M.Y. Lermontov.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: M. Y. Lermontov
ISBN-10: 1419101536
ISBN-13: 9781419101533
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 180
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.38d