The Diary of a Superfluous Man

In "The Diary of a Superfluous Man," Ivan Turgenev captures the introspective musings of a disenchanted gentleman, embodying the existential malaise of the Russian gentry in the mid-19th century. Written in a poignant diary format, the narrative adopts a confessional style, providing readers with an intimate glimpse into the protagonist's alienation and societal critique. Turgenev adeptly employs ...