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“Sternly, remorselessly, fate guides each of us; only at the beginning, when we're absorbed in details, in all sorts of nonsense, in ourselves, are we unaware of its harsh hand.”

Quote by Ivan Turgenev

Book:The essential Turgenev

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The essential Turgenev

This compilation includes selected stories, novellas, and essays by Ivan Turgenev, a prominent Russian author known for his insightful portrayal of Russian society and the human condition. more

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A renowned Russian novelist, born on November 9, 1818, and died on September 3, 1883. His works deeply depicted the changes in Russian society, particularly focusing on the lives of peasants and nobility. His representative works include 'Notes of a Hunter' and 'Fathers and Sons'. more

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