The diary of a superfluous man, and other stories by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev

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Author Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich, 1818-1883
Translator Garnett, Constance, 1861-1946
Title The diary of a superfluous man, and other stories
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Diary_of_a_Superfluous_Man
Note Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents The diary of a superfluous man -- A tour in the forest -- Yakov Pasinkov -- Andrei Kolosov -- A correspondence.
Credits Produced by Keren Vergon, Lazar Liveanu and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "The Diary of a Superfluous Man" by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev is a collection of semi-autobiographical stories written during the late 19th century. The central narrative follows the life of the main character, Tchulkaturin, as he grapples with his impending death and reflects on his own existence and perceived uselessness in society. At the start of the story, we meet Tchulkaturin, a man who is near death and begins writing a diary to explore his past and feelings. He delves into his family life, discussing his father's gambling issues and his mother's virtuous but stifling demeanor. Tchulkaturin describes his upbringing and his feelings of inadequacy, labeling himself as "superfluous." As he recounts anecdotes about his childhood, his relationships, and his emotional struggles, he reveals a complex character marked by feelings of joy and despair, particularly regarding his unrequited love for Liza, a charming girl he encounters later in his life. The opening lays a foundation for deep existential musings, highlighting themes of love, identity, and the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Subject Diary fiction
Subject Russia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich, 1818-1883 -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 9615
Release Date
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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