Eugene Onegin: A Novel in Verse by Alexander Pushkin (English) Paperback Book

Description: Eugene Onegin by Alexander Pushkin, James E. Falen Eugene Onegin is the master work of the poet whom Russians regard as the fountainhead of their literature. Set in 1820s Russia, Pushkins novel in verse follows the fates of three men and three women. It was Pushkins own favourite work, and this new translation conveys the literal sense and the poetic music of the original. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Eugene Onegin is the master work of the poet whom Russians regard as the fountainhead of their literature. Set in 1820s imperial Russia, Pushkins novel in verse follows the emotions and destiny of three men - Onegin the bored fop, Lensky the minor elegiast, and a stylized Pushkin himself - and the fates and affections of three women - Tatyana the provincial beauty, her sister Olga, and Pushkins mercurial Muse. Engaging, full of suspense, and varied intone, it also portrays a large cast of other characters and offers the reader many literary, philosophical, and autobiographical digressions, often in a highly satirical vein. EugeneOnegin was Pushkins own favourite work, and it shows him attempting to transform himself from a romantic poet into a realistic novelist. This new translation seeks to retain both the literal sense and the poetic music of the original, and capture the poems spontaneity and wit. The introduction examines several ways of reading the novel, and text is richly annotated. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford Worlds Classics has made available the widest range ofliterature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxfords commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions byleading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. Author Biography James E. Falen is Professor of Russian at the University of Tennessee. Review Pushkins masterpiece Eugene Onegin: A Novel in Verse tells the intersecting stories of three men and three women in the Russia of the 1820s, showcasing its authors wit and intelligence throughout his engaging and suspenseful narrative. Russian-language purists argue that this classic should be read only in its original tongue, but this sparkling translation by James E. Falen is the next best thing. Promotional A new translation of the master work of the poet whom Russians regard as the fountainhead of their literature. Long Description Eugene Onegin is the master work of the poet whom Russians regard as the fountainhead of their literature. Set in 1820s imperial Russia, Pushkins novel in verse follows the emotions and destiny of three men - Onegin the bored fop, Lensky the minor elegiast, and a stylized Pushkin himself - and the fates and affections of three women - Tatyana the provincial beauty, her sister Olga, and Pushkins mercurial Muse. Engaging, full of suspense, and varied intone, it also portrays a large cast of other characters and offers the reader many literary, philosophical, and autobiographical digressions, often in a highly satirical vein. EugeneOnegin was Pushkins own favourite work, and it shows him attempting to transform himself from a romantic poet into a realistic novelist. This new translation seeks to retain both the literal sense and the poetic music of the original, and capture the poems spontaneity and wit. The introduction examines several ways of reading the novel, and text is richly annotated. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford Worlds Classics has made available the widest range ofliterature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxfords commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions byleading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. Review Quote Pushkins masterpiece Eugene Onegin: A Novel in Verse tells the intersecting stories of three men and three women in the Russia of the 1820s, showcasing its authors wit and intelligence throughout his engaging and suspenseful narrative. Russian-language purists argue that this classic should be read only in its original tongue, but this sparkling translation by James E. Falen is the next best thing. Details ISBN0199538646 Author James E. Falen Short Title EUGENE ONEGIN Language English Translator James E. Falen ISBN-10 0199538646 ISBN-13 9780199538645 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2009 Imprint Oxford University Press Subtitle A Novel in Verse Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom Audience Age 19-19 UK Release Date 2009-01-29 NZ Release Date 2009-01-29 Illustrator Kasia Nowowiejska Edited by Linda Darling-Hammond Birth 1955 Death 1979 Affiliation Charles E. Ducommun Professor of Education, Stanford University Position Charles E. Ducommun Professor of Education Qualifications QC Pages 288 Publisher Oxford University Press Series Oxford Worlds Classics Publication Date 2009-01-29 DEWEY 891.733 Audience General AU Release Date 2009-01-09 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:15436221;

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