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House of Gentlefolk

House of Gentlefolk

By: Ivan Turgenev
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House of Gentlefolk, originally titled Дворянское Гнездо (Dvoryanskoye Gnezdo), is often regarded as a sequel to Turgenevs Rudin. This poignant novel follows the life of Fyodor Ivanych Lavretsky, the son of a nobleman and a serf, who is raised in the confines of his familys country estate by a stern maiden aunt, often thought to be inspired by Turgenevs own mother, known for her harshness. Join us as we delve into this exploration of class, family, and personal struggle set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russia. - Summary by tovarisch based on Wikipedia articleCopyright 19th and 20th Century Fiction Art Literary History & Criticism Social Sciences
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