Virgin Soil

Historical Context and Significance

Published in 1877, Ivan Turgenev's novel "Virgin Soil" reflects the social and political changes in Russia during the second half of the 19th century. At the heart of the plot is a love story and the ideological quests of young people striving to transform society. Turgenev raises important questions about the role of the intelligentsia, revolutionary movements, and moral values. The book had a significant impact on Russian literature and social thought, becoming an important document of the era and a source of inspiration for subsequent generations of writers and thinkers.