Rudin: A Novel

Published in 1856, 'Rudin' by Ivan Turgenev explores the complexities of intellectual life and relationships in 19th-century Russia. The novel follows Dmitri Rudin, a character who embodies the struggles of the educated class amid social and political upheaval. Through his interactions, particularly with the kind widow Alexandra Pavlovna, Turgenev delves into themes of idealism, moral conviction, and the tension between action and rhetoric. This work is notable for its insightful critique of the Russian intelligentsia and remains a significant contribution to Russian literature.