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Liza: Everyman's Library
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RomanceClassic FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025812397
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 242
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.51 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Liza, one of Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev's most poignant and beautifully crafted novels, offers a profound exploration of love, duty, and the shifting social landscape of 19th-century Russia. The story follows Fyodor Lavretsky, a noble who returns to his ancestral estate after a failed marriage and a lengthy period abroad in Paris. Seeking peace and a renewal of his spirit in the Russian countryside, Lavretsky encounters the young, deeply religious, and innocent Liza Kalitina.
As their mutual affection grows, the novel delves into the complexities of moral character and the weight of past choices. Turgenev masterfully depicts the contrast between Lavretsky's disillusionment and Liza's unwavering faith, setting their personal drama against the backdrop of the Russian gentry's lives. Through its lyrical prose and psychological depth, Liza examines the conflict between individual desire and social obligation.
Celebrated for its atmospheric setting and its sensitive portrayal of a tragic romance, this work remains a cornerstone of Russian literary realism. Liza stands as a testament to Turgenev's ability to capture the subtle nuances of the human heart and the enduring struggle to find happiness in a world governed by honor and sacrifice.
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