| Author |
Goncharov, Ivan Aleksandrovich, 1812-1891 |
| Title |
Tavallinen juttu I
Kaksi-osainen romaani
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Note |
Translation of part 1 of Обыкнове́нная исто́рия.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Tavallinen juttu I" by Ivan Aleksandrovich Goncharov is a two-part novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds primarily in Gratshahin village and centers around Anna Pavlovna Adujeva, a somewhat distressed landowner, and her son, Aleksander Feodoritsh, as they prepare for his departure to St. Petersburg. The narrative explores themes of maternal love, the challenges of approaching adulthood, and societal expectations. The opening portion introduces readers to a bustling household preparing for the significant event of Aleksander's departure to serve in Petersburg. Anna Pavlovna is emotionally strained as she navigates her feelings about sending her only son away, while various servants demonstrate their own anxieties regarding the change. Aleksander, seemingly caught between the affections of his mother and the allure of broader prospects, reflects on his sheltered life and the unknowns that lie ahead. The scene is enriched by interactions between characters, highlighting their relationships and the emotional weight of farewells, setting the stage for the challenges and evolutions that will unfold throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Russia -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Russian fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
53055 |
| Release Date |
Sep 16, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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