Ivan Turgenev was a 19th-century Russian writer known for his novels and stories, which explored themes such as Russian rural life and human relationships.
Ivan Turgenev was a 19th-century Russian writer known for his novels and stories, which explored themes such as Russian rural life and human relationships.
He was born on November 9, 1818 in Oryol, Russia, and spent a large part of his life in Western Europe.
His most famous work is 'Fathers and Sons', which addresses generational conflicts in Russia during his time.
Turguénev was also an advocate for the abolition of serfdom in Russia.
He passed away on September 3, 1883 in Bougival, France..