Oblomov by Ivan Aleksandrovich Goncharov

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Author Goncharov, Ivan Aleksandrovich, 1812-1891
Translator Hogarth, C. J., 1869-1942
Title Oblomov
Credits David Widger
Summary "Oblomov" by Ivan Aleksandrovich Goncharov is a classic novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the life of Ilya Ilyitch Oblomov, a somewhat lethargic and disenchanted man in his thirties, who embodies a sense of existential inertia and dissatisfaction with social expectations. The novel explores themes of laziness, the struggles of the aristocracy in a changing Russia, and the contrast between active and passive approaches to life. The opening portion of the novel introduces us to Ilya Ilyitch Oblomov, who is depicted as a gentle but deeply apathetic individual, lying in bed and contemplating his life. Despite having opportunities and resources, he struggles with inertia and indecision, often making excuses to avoid taking action regarding his responsibilities. He receives troubling news from the overseer of his estate, which adds to his overall sense of despair and reflects his larger struggle against the pressures of societal life. Throughout the first chapters, we witness Oblomov’s interactions with his servants and friends, who highlight his sense of detachment from the world around him and the growing burden of expectations he feels reluctant to meet. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Subject Russia -- Social life and customs -- 1533-1917 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 54700
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 16, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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