Liza; Or, "A Nest of Nobles
1859
Liza; Or, "A Nest of Nobles
1859
Translated by William Ralston Shedden Ralston
Liza; Or, 'A Nest of Nobles' is a novel by Ivan Turgenev, first published in January 1859. Set against the backdrop of mid-19th century Russia, it delves into the complexities of aristocratic society through the character of Liza Kalitina, who navigates family dynamics and romantic entanglements. The narrative explores themes of love, morality, and social expectations, highlighting the contrasts between different characters and their perspectives on respectability and societal change.








