A Hero of Our Time

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lermontov, Mikhail Iurevich, 1814-1841

Contributor:

Murray, Marr

Wisdom, J. H.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Hero of Our Time" by Mikhail Iurevich Lermontov is a novel written in the early 19th century, considered a masterpiece of Russian literature. The book explores the complexities of the Byronic hero through the experiences of its protagonist, Grigori Pechorin, a disillusioned officer in the Caucasus who struggles with his inner feelings and the impact of his actions on those around him. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to a traveler making his way through the beautiful yet treacherous landscapes of the Caucasus. This traveler recounts his journey and interactions with various individuals, including the mysterious and captivating Pechorin, who becomes central to the story. In the first chapters, we learn about Pechorin's encounters with various characters, including his relationships with brave but naïve locals, and the exotic beauty, Bela, whom he captures. The opening sets the tone for Pechorin's complex character, hinting at his charm, ennui, and moral ambivalence, while creating an evocative backdrop of the rugged terrain that shapes these interactions and conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Judith Boss, and David Widger

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Hero_of_Our_Time

Translation of: Герой нашего времени.

Reading ease score: 81.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 1997-05-01