First love, and other stories by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev

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Author Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich, 1818-1883
Translator Hapgood, Isabel Florence, 1850-1928
Title First love, and other stories
Note Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents First love -- A correspondence -- The region of dead calm -- It is enough -- The dog.
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Summary "First Love and Other Stories" by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev is a collection of short stories written in the mid-19th century. The most notable tale within this collection, "First Love," focuses on the narrator, Vladímir Petróvitch, and his poignant experiences with young love, particularly his infatuation with Princess Zinaída Zasyékin. This story captures the essence of adolescent emotions and the complexities of romantic relationships during that era. At the start of "First Love," we are introduced to Vladímir, a sixteen-year-old boy enjoying a carefree summer in Moscow. The narrative unfolds as he describes the initial stirrings of love after encountering Princess Zinaída, who is charming and playful, captivating him and a group of young men around her. The interactions between Vladímir and Zinaída showcase youthful innocence and the profound impact of first romantic feelings, as he oscillates between joy and jealousy, revealing the tumultuous nature of adolescent affection. Through lively dialogues and vivid descriptions, the opening portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of love's beauty and heartbreak. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Subject Russia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Short stories, Russian -- Translations into English
Subject Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich, 1818-1883 -- Translations into English
Subject Russian fiction -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 56878
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Most Recently Updated Jan 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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