Publisher's Synopsis
""An Excursion to the Forest Belt"" is a novel written by Ivan Turgenev, a prominent Russian author of the 19th century. The story follows the protagonist, a young man named Nejdanov, as he embarks on a journey through the rural forest belt of Russia. Along the way, Nejdanov encounters a variety of characters, including peasants, landowners, and political activists, each with their own unique perspectives on the social and political issues of the time.As Nejdanov navigates this unfamiliar terrain, he begins to question his own beliefs and assumptions about the world. Through his interactions with the people he meets, he gains a deeper understanding of the complexities of Russian society and the struggles of those who live on the margins of it.Throughout the novel, Turgenev explores themes of social justice, political activism, and the search for personal identity. He also offers a vivid portrait of rural Russia in the mid-19th century, with its stark class divisions, stark poverty, and deep-seated traditions.Overall, ""An Excursion to the Forest Belt"" is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a powerful critique of Russian society during a time of great social and political upheaval.THIS 40 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Phantoms and Other Stories, by Ivan Turgenieff. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417913339.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
