
On The Sea
'On The Sea' Summary
On the Sea is a poem by Ivan Turgenev that explores the themes of life, death, and the relationship between humans and nature. The poem is set on the sea, which Turgenev uses as a symbol of the vastness and mystery of life. The poem begins with the speaker standing on the shore, looking out at the sea. He is struck by the beauty of the sea, but he is also aware of its danger. He knows that the sea can be both life-giving and life-taking. The speaker then begins to reflect on his own life. He thinks about his past, his present, and his future. He wonders what the meaning of life is and what will happen to him after he dies. The speaker's reflections are interrupted by the arrival of a boat. The boat is carrying a group of people who are singing and laughing. The speaker is drawn to the boat and he joins the people on board. The boat sails out to sea and the speaker begins to feel a sense of peace and contentment. He feels as though he is finally home. The poem ends with the speaker sitting on the deck of the boat, looking out at the sea. He is at peace with himself and with the world. He knows that he will eventually die, but he is not afraid of death. He knows that death is a part of life and that it is nothing to be feared.Book Details
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Ivan Turgenev
Russia
Ivan Sergeyevich Turgenev was a Russian novelist, short story writer, poet, playwright, translator and popularizer of Russian literature in the West. His first major publication, a short story collec...
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