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Quotes by Ivan Turgenev
Ivan Turgenev (1818-1883) was a pivotal Russian novelist and playwright, best known for his profound exploration of social change and human emotion. Born into a noble family, Turgenev's early exposure to the complexities of Russian society shaped his literary voice. His most celebrated works, including "Fathers and Sons," delve into the generational conflicts and ideological rifts of 19th-century Russia, making him a key figure in Russian literature. Turgenev's legacy endures as an insightful observer of the human condition and a master of lyrical prose.
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"To desire and expect nothing for oneself and to have profound sympathy for others is genuine holiness."
Ivan Turgenev"Time sometimes flies like a bird, sometimes crawls like a snail; but a man is happiest when he does not even notice whether it passes swiftly or slowly."
Ivan Turgenev"A poet must be a psychologist, but a secret one: he should know and feel the roots of phenomena but present only the phenomena themselves in full bloom or as they fade away."
Ivan Turgenev