Publisher's Synopsis
Annouchka: A Tale is a novel written by the renowned Russian author, Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev, and was first published in 1884. The story is set in rural Russia and revolves around a young peasant girl named Annouchka, who is orphaned at a young age and is forced to work as a servant for a wealthy family. Despite her difficult circumstances, Annouchka remains optimistic and determined to make a better life for herself. She dreams of finding love and happiness, but her aspirations are continually thwarted by the harsh realities of her situation. As the story unfolds, Annouchka's life takes several unexpected turns, including a brief romance with a young artist, a betrayal by a trusted friend, and a tragic loss that threatens to break her spirit. However, through it all, Annouchka remains resilient and determined to overcome the obstacles in her path. Turgenev's novel is a poignant and beautifully written tale of love, loss, and resilience, set against the backdrop of rural Russia in the late 19th century. It offers a powerful commentary on the social and economic inequalities of the time and celebrates the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.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.
