Precipice

Precipice

by Ivan Goncharov

The Precipice is a story of romantic rivalry and the societal pressures faced by a gifted young man in 19th-century Russia. The novel explores themes of nihilism, moral values, and the artistic spirit, as protagonist Raisky grapples with his own potential and the influences of those around him. It is a rich and complex portrayal of Russian high society and the societal forces that shape individual lives.

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Ivan Alexandrovich Goncharov was a Russian novelist best known for his novels A Common Story (1847), Oblomov (1859), and The Precipice (1869). He also served in many official capacities, including the...

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