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Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich
1818
1883
Тургенев, Иван Сергеевич
Tourgueneff, Ivan
Turgénieff, Iván
Toergenev, Ivan
Turgenjeff, Iwan
Turgenev, I. S.
Garnett, Constance
1861
1946
Black, Constance Clara
Dream Tales and Prose Poems
Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Clara Militch -- Phantoms -- The song of triumphant love -- The dream -- Poems in prose.
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"Dream Tales and Prose Poems" by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev is a collection of narrative prose works written in the late 19th century. The stories delve into the realms of dreams, emotions, and complex human relationships, often highlighting the struggles of individuals caught between their desires and societal expectations. The opening tale, "Clara Militch," focuses on Yakov Aratov, a young man living in Moscow, and his interactions with his overprotective aunt and a mysterious Georgian princess, setting the stage for themes of unrequited love and artistic aspiration. The beginning of "Clara Militch" introduces us to Yakov Aratov, who leads a reclusive life under the guardianship of his elderly aunt, Platonida Ivanovna. Yakov is characterized by his delicate health and introspective nature, ensnared in a solitary existence amidst his studies and dreams. His world shifts when he is persuaded by his friend Kupfer to attend a musical matinée hosted by the intriguing Georgian princess, where he encounters Clara Militch, a passionate but troubled young actress. Despite being immediately drawn to her, Yakov battles with conflicting feelings of admiration and discomfort as he attempts to navigate a world of art and social interaction that feels foreign to him. Clara's enigmatic presence profoundly impacts Yakov, foreshadowing the emotional turmoil that follows in their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Russia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich, 1818-1883 -- Translations into English
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