“To desire and expect nothing for oneself and to have profound sympathy for others is genuine holiness.”
Quote by Ivan Turgenev
Work
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
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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