Ivan Sergeyevich Turgenev

He was one of the most prominent voices in 19th-century Russian literature. In his novel Fathers and Sons, he popularized the archetype of the nihilist and sparked a debate about the conflict between generations. His work is notable for its subtle psychology of characters, sensitive depictions of nature, and profound humanism. As an outspoken critic of serfdom, he strongly influenced Russian and European literature.

Quotes

• To love means to see a person as God intended him to be. ( 63 ×)
• Love is like an illness: the more you conceal it, the worse you bear it. ( 50 ×)