Alexander Pushkin

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Eugene Onegin

A Romance of Russian Life in Verse

Beschreibung

¿Eugene Onegin¿ is a novel written in verse by Alexander Pushkin (1799¿1837). Pushkin was a Russian playwright, novelist, and poet of the Romantic era often hailed as the greatest Russian poet and father of modern Russian literature. Born into the nobility, his first poem was published when he was just 15 years old and by the time he left university he had garnered considerable acclaim for his literary endeavours. Pushkin died from wounds sustained in a duel with Georges-Charles de Heeckeren d'Anthès, his wife's alleged lover and brother-in-law. A timeless classic of Russian literature, ¿Eugene Onegin¿ is made up of 389 fourteen-line stanzas of iambic tetrameter with an unusual rhyme scheme, which is now known as ¿Onegin stanzä or the ¿Pushkin sonnet¿. Set in 1820s Russia, the story revolves around the lives and loves of three men and three women, exploring the relationship between fiction and real life together with the deadly inhumanity of social convention. ¿Eugene Onegin¿ is a riveting and suspenseful tale full of philosophical digressions with a satirical slant that will not disappoint lovers of Russian literature. Ragged Hand is proud to be republishing this classic novel now in a brand new edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author. Translated from the Russian by Henry Spalding.

Autor

Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin, born on June 6, 1799, in Moscow, emerged as a seminal figure in Russian literature. His lineage was notable, with his father belonging to an established noble family and his maternal great-grandfather being Abram Petrovich Gannibal, an African nobleman who became a prominent military engineer in Russia. Pushkin's early exposure to literature and storytelling, particularly from his nurse, Arina Rodionovna, ignited his passion for writing.By the age of 15, Pushkin had published his first poem, signaling the start of a prolific literary career. His works, including the novel in verse Eugene Onegin and the drama Boris Godunov, showcased his versatility and deep understanding of Russian society. However, his writings often drew the ire of authorities due to their political overtones, leading to periods of exile.Tragically, Pushkin's life was cut short when he died from injuries sustained in a duel on February 10, 1837, in Saint Petersburg. Despite his untimely death, his influence on Russian literature is immeasurable, earning him the title of the father of modern Russian literature. His innovative use of language and exploration of universal themes have left an enduring legacy, inspiring countless writers and poets.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Ragged Hand
• Seitenzahl: 278
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. Oktober 2021
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 396g
• ISBN-13: 9781528719681
• ISBN-10: 1528719689
• Artikelnr.: 62889315