Fathers and Children

<p><em>Fathers and Children</em> by Ivan Turgenev is a Russian novel that explores the clash between generations and ideologies in mid-19th century Russia. The story follows Arkady Kirsanov a young university graduate and his friend Bazarov a radical nihilist who rejects tradition authority and romantic ideals.</p><p>When they visit Arkady's family estate Bazarov's defiant philosophy comes into conflict with the older generation-particularly Arkady's father and uncle who hold more traditional values. Tensions deepen as Bazarov struggles with unexpected feelings of love which challenge his rejection of emotion and ideals.</p><p>The novel highlights themes of generational conflict the rise of new ideas and the struggles of identity in a changing society. It remains a landmark work for its portrayal of nihilism and the cultural shifts in 19th-century Russia.</p><p></p><p></p>