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3.84 AVERAGE
3.84 AVERAGE
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Отцы и дети is a concise snapshot of a specific group of people, caught in the collision between old-world traditions and emerging modern ideas.
I found myself a bit detached from the characters, they’re not meant to be relatable, just authentic portraits of their time. Turgenev never takes sides, he simply showcases the distinctly Russian mentality and dialogue that set this work apart from other classics.
I found myself a bit detached from the characters, they’re not meant to be relatable, just authentic portraits of their time. Turgenev never takes sides, he simply showcases the distinctly Russian mentality and dialogue that set this work apart from other classics.
In its brevity, the novel leaves you pondering a moment in history rather than offering a sweeping, all-encompassing narrative.
P.S. They considered these characters “old” at 42?! It’s wild to think that used to be the case—now, hitting 40 is just the start of midlife!
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Bazarov fumbled a baddie
slow-paced
challenging
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Is it worse to live a life blinded by ignorance or lost in the woods of a cynic.
I enjoyed this book for it's many facets. I dare to say this but it's like Jane Austen but written by and depicting male rather than a female perspective. The writing style is reminiscent of Jane Austen, focusing on character details and behavior rather than be action driven. Some people may find it slow and just like with Jane Austen I feel that more mature and informed audience is more likely to appreciate it. The book itself is not too long, so makes for a fairly easy read.
Things that I appreciated about this book:
* Portrayal of men's fragile ego and prevalent egotism.
* Portrayal of gender indifferences.
* Fairly accurate portrayal of the inferiority culture in Russia, foreign languages and customs are considered superior and cultured while Russian language and traditions are considered plebeian. This even comes through in writing, if the book is read in the original language.
* Interesting insights into the way of life of middle class Russians in the 19th century.
Things that I appreciated about this book:
* Portrayal of men's fragile ego and prevalent egotism.
* Portrayal of gender indifferences.
* Fairly accurate portrayal of the inferiority culture in Russia, foreign languages and customs are considered superior and cultured while Russian language and traditions are considered plebeian. This even comes through in writing, if the book is read in the original language.
* Interesting insights into the way of life of middle class Russians in the 19th century.
challenging
reflective