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A Nobleman's Nest

Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev

Casa editrice: Bu Classics Books

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A homecoming intended for quiet reflection becomes a crucible of emotional conflict and moral choice. Lavretsky’s search for redemption is complicated by the shadows of his past and the brightness of a new, impossible hope. The narrative moves with a graceful gravity, capturing the essence of the Russian landscape and the complexities of the heart. It is a profound study of the sacrifices required to maintain a sense of integrity.
Disponibile da: 06/03/2026.
Lunghezza di stampa: 248 pagine.

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