Fathers and Sons
Fathers and Sons by Ivan Turgenev is a classic work published by National Geographic Books on November 24, 2009. This edition features a new translation of Turgenev’s exploration of generational conflict, focusing on the relationship between Arkady Petrovich and his father as they navigate the profound changes in Russian society during the mid-nineteenth century. The narrative delves into the influence of nihilism through Arkady’s friend Bazarov, who challenges traditional values and societal norms.
Readers will find a vivid portrayal of family life and the tensions that arise from differing ideologies. Turgenev captures the hopes, fears, and delusions of his characters against the backdrop of a transforming Russia. This 336-page edition in English offers a fresh perspective on the themes of youth, rebellion, and the complexities of familial bonds, making it a significant addition to the literary canon.
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Turgenev’s timeless tale of generational collision, in a sparkling new translation
When Arkady Petrovich returns home from college, his father finds his eager, naïve son changed almost beyond recognition, for the impressionable Arkady has fallen under the powerful influence of the friend he has brought home with him. A self-proclaimed nihilist, the ardent young Bazarov shocks Arkady’s father with his criticisms of the landowning way of life and his determination to overthrow the traditional values of contemporary society. Vividly capturing the hopes and fears, regrets and delusions of a changing Russia around the middle of the nineteenth century, Fathers and Sons is Ivan Turgenev’s masterpiece.
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