
Записки охотника (Zapiski Ohotnika)
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Записки охотника (Hunter's Notes) follows a nameless narrator who wanders through the Russian countryside, using his hunting excursions as a means to observe the lives of the people he encounters. The stories depict the daily lives of serfs and landowners, exposing the injustices of serfdom and the power dynamics at play. The narrator witnesses acts of cruelty and oppression, but also encounters instances of resilience, compassion, and enduring hope. Turgenev's writing is both lyrical and realistic, conveying the beauty of nature and the hardships of life for ordinary people. Throughout the stories, the narrator's encounters with various individuals - from the downtrodden serf to the well-meaning but ultimately powerless landowner - reveal the complexities of human nature and the profound impact of social structures on the lives of individuals. The stories raise questions about morality, justice, and the human condition, and remain a poignant and timeless exploration of the Russian countryside and its inhabitants.Book Details
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Ivan Turgenev
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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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