First published 2018
Turgenev's novels capture the complex emotions and social upheaval of 19th-century Russia. In "Fathers and Sons," a young nihilist's rejection of traditional values clashes with his father's old-world beliefs. "Smoke" follows a Moscow aristocrat whose pursuit of a former lover leads him into a web of political intrigue. Through richly drawn characters and masterful storytelling, Turgenev illuminates the universal truths that bind us all.
Genres: fiction, literary-fiction, historical-fiction, 19th-century, russian-literature
Vibes: atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: generational-conflict, social-commentary
Setting: Russia, Moscow
Period: 19th-Century
364 pages · Paperback · Franklin Classics