Constance Garnett Ordine dei libri (cronologico)

A collection of one novella and six short stories - The Gambler, Bobok, The Dream of a Ridiculous Man, A Christmas Party and a Wedding, A Nasty Story and The Meek One.

Quando, nel 1859, Dostoevskij ottenne il permesso di rientrare dalla deportazione nella Russia europea, aveva bisogno di qualcosa di clamoroso per riaffermare la propria posizione nel panorama letterario dell’epoca. Fu così che nella primavera del 1860 si dedicò alla stesura di un roman-feuilleton pieno di situazioni estreme, spregiudicate, delle quali si parlava con relativa disinvoltura, incentrate sul tema della fanciulla offesa e vittima di individui senza scrupoli. Sedotte e abbandonate: questo è il destino delle donne in Umiliati e offesi. Ma anche maledette dai propri padri.

Fyodor Dostoyevsky was born on November 11, 1821, and was introduced to literature early in life, with his mother teaching him to read and write using the Bible. His literary immersion was profound, fueled by his parents' nightly readings. Tragedy struck in 1837 when his mother died of tuberculosis, and he and his brother were enrolled at the Nikolayev Military Engineering Institute, where Dostoyevsky found little interest in military studies, preferring drawing and architecture. His father's death in 1839 may have triggered his epilepsy, yet he persevered, eventually becoming an engineer cadet. His first completed work, a translation of Balzac's "Eugénie Grandet," was published in 1843 but failed commercially. He then wrote "Poor Folk," which was a success, followed by "The Double," which received poor reviews and exacerbated his health issues. Involved in socialist circles, Dostoyevsky faced arrest in 1849 for distributing banned works, leading to a death sentence commuted to four years of hard labor in Siberia. His prison experiences inspired "The House of the Dead," published in 1861. He later completed "The Gambler" in just 26 days. Despite continued health decline, including a diagnosis of pulmonary emphysema, he published "Demons" in 1873. Dostoyevsky died on February 9, 1881, after suffering multiple pulmonary hemorrhages.

Brand-new translation of one of Turgenevs major novels, includes pictures and an extensive section on Turgenevs life and works.

Presented here in a masterful new translation by Michael Pursglove, this landmark collection established the literary reputation of the author, who considered it his most significant contribution to Russian literature, and is universally regarded as a milestone in the Russian realist tradition.

The novel explores the tumultuous relationship between 19-year-old Arkady Dolgoruky and his father, the notorious landowner Versilov, as Arkady returns to St. Petersburg after years at boarding school. As he navigates the complexities of his family's scandalous affairs, the story delves into deep psychological, emotional, and moral conflicts, reflecting the intricacies of the human condition. Dostoyevsky's rich characterizations and themes make this work a significant contribution to literature, showcasing the author's profound understanding of human nature.

Sembra essere la classica e passeggera "crisi dei quarant'anni" la causa dell'inquietudine e del malessere che colpisce all'improvviso uno scapolo impenitente... Sembra essere pura follia la gelosia che divora un marito venuto a conoscenza dell'infedeltà della moglie quando questa era già morta... Sembrerebbe inutile e irragionevole che i due personaggi debbano incontrarsi... Invece accade: i ruoli di carnefice e vittima si confrontano e si invertono, i loro destini fino a quel momento distinti si incrociano e ciascuno, dalla propria abiezione di cui ha improvvisa consapevolezza, si affida per un attimo alla speranza di una redenzione. L'esito? Tutto da scoprire.