A Reckless Character, and Other Stories: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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A Reckless Character, and Other Stories is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich (1818–1883). The listed translation credits are Hapgood, Isabel Florence (1850–1928).
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"A Reckless Character, and Other Stories" by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The primary narrative introduces us to Mísha Pólteff, a young man whose reckless behavior and charm lead him into disreputable situations following the death of his parents. Turgenev explores themes of societal expectations, the search for meaning, and the actions and consequences of living a capricious lifestyle. At the start of the book, we are introduced to a group discussing contemporary matters, where an older character begins recounting Mísha's story as an example of reckless youth. Mísha grows up in a stifling environment, shaped by the rigid traditions of his family, particularly by his father, a pious and melancholic landowner. After a sheltered upbringing, Mísha's life spirals out of control following the loss of his parents, distancing himself from duty and responsibility, culminating in a capricious and dissolute existence marked by gambling, drinking, and failed attempts at reform. The opening portion sets a tone of tragic irony and hints at deeper reflections on the nature of recklessness and the emptiness it can lead to.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A Reckless Character, and Other Stories
- Author credits: Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich (1818–1883)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Hapgood, Isabel Florence (1850–1928)
Catalogue subjects
- Russia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
- Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich, 1818-1883 -- Translations into English
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- Category: Russian Literature
- Category: Short Stories
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