
Precipice
'Precipice' Summary
The Precipice follows Raisky, a talented individual whose artistic development is hampered by a lack of direction. He is drawn into a love triangle with two other men, each representing different facets of his own internal conflict. His romantic aspirations, however, become entangled with the deeper question of his own identity and purpose in a society grappling with the rise of nihilism. The novel delves into the complex moral landscape of 19th-century Russia, exploring themes of societal expectations, familial ties, and the power of love and faith to shape individual destinies. The Precipice is not simply a love story, but a profound meditation on the meaning of life, the potential of art, and the search for personal fulfillment within a society that often stifles individual expression.Book Details
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Ivan Goncharov
Russia
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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