Rudin

Book Review

Ivan Turgenev's novel "Rudin" is often regarded by critics as a work reflecting the crisis of the intelligentsia in the mid-19th century. The main character, Dmitry Rudin, is portrayed as a typical representative of the 'superfluous people'—educated but incapable of real action. Critics note that Turgenev masterfully conveys Rudin's internal contradictions, his high ideals, and his inability to realize them. Many reviewers emphasize that the novel addresses important social and philosophical questions, such as the role of the intelligentsia in society and the conflict between dreams and reality. At the same time, some critics point to the lack of dynamism in the plot and the excessive focus on the hero's inner world, which may make it challenging for contemporary readers.