Fathers and Sons

Interesting Facts

• The novel is considered one of the first works in Russian literature to address the theme of nihilism.
• The main character, Yevgeny Bazarov, became a symbol of the nihilistic movement in Russia.
• The title of the novel reflects the conflict between two generations: the older, adhering to traditional values, and the younger, striving for radical change.
• The novel sparked heated debates and discussions in society, as it addressed pressing social and political issues of the time.
• Turgenev wrote the novel over two years, and it was published in 1862.
• The characters in the novel have real-life prototypes whom Turgenev knew personally.
• The novel has been translated into many languages and has had a significant influence on world literature.