“There is a sweetness in being the sole source, the autocratic and irresponsible cause of the greatest joy and profoundest pain to another.”
Quote by Ivan Turgenev
Work
The Torrents of Spring: And First Love
This book delves into the emotional journey of young love, capturing the intensity and innocence of first experiences amidst the backdrop of the changing seasons. more
Author
Ivan Turgenev
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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