Boris Lensky by Ossip Schubin
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About this eBook
| Author | Schubin, Ossip, 1854-1934 |
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| Translator | Lathrop, Elise |
| Title | Boris Lensky |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books |
| Summary | "Boris Lensky" by Ossip Schubin is a novel written in the late 19th century. The storyline revolves around the titular character, Boris Lensky, a celebrated violinist whose talent is both mesmerizing and burdensome, as well as themes of love, loss, and artistic struggle. The narrative explores the transformation of individuals engulfed in the artistic world, particularly focusing on the protagonist's relationships and inner turmoil. The opening of the novel introduces Boris Lensky as a musician of legendary reputation known for his captivating violin performances, which often leave women in a trance. The story begins in Paris, where an elderly Englishwoman and a younger woman named Nita discuss Boris's concerts and their differing opinions of his artistry. The conversation hints at Nita's complicated feelings towards Boris, revealing a past admiration that has soured. As Nita prepares to attend one of Lensky's performances, the tensions surrounding her character and her motivations are established, hinting at deeper stories yet to unfold. By the end of the opening portion, the anticipation builds around the upcoming concert and Nita's unresolved emotions towards the celebrated violinist. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Austrian fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35491 |
| Release Date | Mar 5, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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