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Diary of a Superfluous Man

Ivan Turgenev
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Diary of a Superfluous Man

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1999

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Ivan Turgenev

Diary of a Superfluous Man

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

80

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Russia • 1840s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Diary of a Superfluous Man by Ivan Turgenev, an individual faces existential introspection and societal alienation. This person's diary chronologically documents struggles with identity, love, and fading relevance. The narrative offers insight into the individual's journey through life's complexities and the poignant acceptance of their perceived inadequacy in a rapidly changing world.

Melancholic

Contemplative

Mysterious

Bittersweet

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.8

3,744 ratings

66%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Diary of a Superfluous Man by Ivan Turgenev is celebrated for its introspective narrative and deep character exploration. Critics appreciate its elegant prose and insightful social commentary. However, some find its pacing slow and its themes of existential angst somewhat dated. Overall, it remains a poignant reflection on 19th-century Russian society.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Diary of a Superfluous Man?

A reader who enjoys Diary of a Superfluous Man by Ivan Turgenev likely appreciates introspective, character-driven narratives exploring existential themes. Fans of Dostoevsky's Notes from Underground or Flaubert's Sentimental Education may find its exploration of alienation and self-reflection appealing.

3.8

3,744 ratings

66%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

80

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Russia • 1840s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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