King Lear of the Steppes by Ivan Turgenev

King Lear of the Steppes

Ivan Turgenev with Ivan Turgenev (Translator)

118 pages first pub 1870 (editions)

fiction classics challenging reflective slow-paced
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First published in 1870 'King Lear of the Steppes' is a novella by Russian writer Ivan Turgenev, loosely based on Shakespeare's tragedy. The story takes place in the Russian countryside, where a trusting father decides to retire and divide his pro...

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Community Reviews Summary of 34 reviews

Moods

reflective 75%
challenging 25%
dark 25%
emotional 25%
relaxing 25%

Pace

fast 50%
slow 25%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | N/A: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.17

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