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A novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on Arkádi Makárowitsch Dolgorúki, a young man grappling with his identity, social status, and the concept of personal power in the wake of his illegitimate birth. The novel delves into themes of existentialism, morality, and the quest for meaning in a rapidly changing society. At the start of the narrative, the protagonist