Fathers And Sons (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789361153112)

"Fathers and Sons" by means of Ivan S. Turgenev is a seminal Russian novel that explores the generational conflict between fathers and their innovative sons in the mid-nineteenth century. Set against the backdrop of social and political upheaval in Russia, Turgenev presents a poignant and undying remark at the converting landscape of ideology and familial relationships. The tale follows the protagonist, Arkady Kirsanov, and his pal, Yevgeny Bazarov, as they go back home from college to Arkady's family property. The arrival of Bazarov, a staunch nihilist and advise of medical materialism, disrupts the traditional values and ideals of the older era, especially Arkady's father, Nikolai. The ideological conflicts among the conservative fathers and their progressive sons serve as a microcosm of the larger societal shifts taking place in Russia. Turgenev masterfully navigates the psychological complexities of the characters, revealing their inner struggles, hopes, and disillusionments. The novel captures the tensions between way of life and modernity, love and duty, and the inevitable conflicts that arise as the younger technology demanding situations the set up norms. "Fathers and Sons" is celebrated for its psychological perception, nuanced characterizations, and its portrayal of the wider cultural shifts that formed Russian society.

Author: Ivan S. Turgenev
ISBN-10: 9361153110
ISBN-13: 9789361153112
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Language: English
Published: 02/01/2024
Pages: 222
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.63lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.51d