Faust

Faust: A Story In Nine Letters is a novel written by Ivan Turgenieff, a renowned Russian writer. The book is a retelling of the classic German legend of Faust, a man who makes a pact with the devil in exchange for knowledge and power. The story is told through a series of letters between two friends, Voldemar and Dimitry, who discuss the life and tragic fate of a man named Pavel Ivanitch. Pavel, a brilliant but disillusioned scholar, becomes obsessed with the idea of making a deal with the devil to gain knowledge and power beyond what is available to him in his mortal life. As Pavel's obsession grows, he becomes increasingly isolated from society and ultimately descends into madness. The novel explores themes of ambition, temptation, and the consequences of unchecked desire. Turgenieff's writing is characterized by its psychological depth and philosophical insight. The novel is a masterful exploration of the human psyche and the dangers of pursuing knowledge and power at any cost. Overall, Faust: A Story In Nine Letters is a thought-provoking and engaging work of literature that is sure to captivate readers with its timeless themes and compelling characters.THIS 80 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.