Virgin Soil

Virgin Soil is a novel by renowned Russian author Ivan Turgenev, originally published in 1877. Set in Russia in the mid-19th century, the novel explores the themes of social and political change, revolution, and the clash between traditional values and modernity.The story follows the lives of a group of intellectuals and revolutionaries who are working to bring about social and political reform in Russia. The main character, Nezhdanov, is a young man who is passionate about the cause of revolution but struggles to find his place in the movement. He becomes involved with a group of young radicals who are planning a revolution, but their plans are complicated by their own personal struggles and the political climate of the time.As the story unfolds, Turgenev explores the complex relationships between the characters, their conflicting ideologies, and their personal desires. He also delves into the social and political issues of the time, including the tension between the ruling class and the working class, the role of intellectuals in society, and the nature of revolution itself.Throughout the novel, Turgenev's prose is characterized by its clarity, elegance, and emotional depth. His vivid descriptions of the Russian landscape and the characters' inner lives create a rich and immersive reading experience.Overall, Virgin Soil is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores some of the most important issues of its time. Its themes of social and political change, revolution, and the struggle between tradition and modernity continue to resonate with readers today.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.