The most famous Russian poet created not onlyexcellent poems that have become classics, but prose, no less vivid and interesting. The best works have long been part of the school curriculum. The book “The Captain's Daughter” (Pushkin) entered into it. Description, story, reviews and opinions of readers about this work - in our article.
Far past
The plot of the story, named in some sourceshistorical novel, refers to the peasant war against Empress Catherine the Great, organized by Yemelyan Pugachev. However, this is not the main intention of the work. The author tells the background, introducing us to the actors. Unprofitable Peter Grinev at the insistence of his father goes to the service. Upon arrival, he meets Masha, the daughter of Captain Mironov. Officer Shvabrin claims the heart of the girl, in all senses a negative character. The sudden attack of Pugachev's troops leaves Masha without a family. Grinev leaves, but promises to return, and Shvabrin decides to swear allegiance to Pugachev. Grinev is obsessed with wresting Masha from the hands of an opponent ...
Such, for the first time in 1836, appeared"Captain's daughter". The readers' reviews were encouraging, since the author harmoniously reflected social life, the lives of individual class representatives, Grinev, Shvabrin and other characters, the country's political problems and, of course, love intrigue.
Main issues
Современным читателям, отодвинувшим исторические events on the second plan, I liked the torments of Maria Mironova more. With Grinev’s departure, she literally found herself without a choice: Shvabrin forcibly forces her to marry, and somewhere in the depths of her soul she hopes for Grinev’s help. Who would she prefer - a smug officer or a broad soul ensign?
Any review of the book “Captain's daughter”necessarily mention the love triangle formed between these heroes. It is interesting to follow its development throughout the whole work. And you can understand the experiences of Masha, caught between two fires.
Fight the strongest
But while the girl languishes in expectations, readersdismantle the characters of her potential gentlemen. Grinev, brought up by his parents in the best traditions, remains childishly naive. It gives it charisma and charm. This gentleman, in his heart he is a noble man, but according to his feelings - a romantic youth. Reviews of the book “The Captain's Daughter” to a greater degree give praise to him; there can be no other, because Grinev is an exceptionally positive hero.
Should I hate Shvabrin as an antagonist?Probably not, because they, no matter how he was a man, also moved love. And with it related things - revenge, jealousy, anger. He may not be fully registered character, because it is difficult to assess his actions adequately. And even his betrayal, the transition to the side of Pugachev and his team can also be justified - in this he saw his calculation.
The language barrier
Many admit that in school years did not readworks as required by the program. And after decades have decided to return to it. For what? Obviously, there can be one reason - a classic. And the name of the great Russian poet.
What is so difficult for perception “Captaindaughter"? Reviews of those who read it now and tried to read then talk about the difficult language of narration. It is necessary to agree that the style of works written in past centuries differs from the manner of writing of modern authors. Someone who had difficulty in reading the Old Russian words and expressions caused hostility towards Pushkin himself.
Naive content
Reader's review of the book "Captaindaughter ”talks about the comparison of the novel with a children's fairy tale. All realities are observed in it: there are not only negative characters, but also real villains, who according to all the rules of the genre must perish; there is a sharpened princess who will be saved by the hero of her novel, parents protesting against marriage, and then changing their position. And, of course, a happy ending based on the variation “lived happily ever after”.
A set of predictable patterns addstouching At the same time, the love story seems naive compared to the really tough Pugachev rebellion taking place around. The story is enlivened by the details of the battles, but the question of whether to recommend the piece to children in this case remains open.
Reader resonance: the need for third parties
If you recall the plot, the love triangleIt was formed before Emelyan Pugachev appeared in the book. By his uprising, he brought devastation to his usual way of life, which affected all the main characters: Masha's relatives died, Grinev avoided punishment, and Shvabrin is ready to join the ranks of the enemy. For what purpose did Pushkin put into action a character that took place in real life? The reader's review of the book “The Captain's Daughter” characterizes him as a kind, handsome villain, although at first the image of Pugachev may be intimidating. Some readers draw a parallel with Pushkin himself - the author, who does not suffer from modesty, identifies himself with him, appearing in this way in the work itself. However, he equally criticizes and justifies it. At the same time, the powerful and powerful Pugachev, who broke into the plot, noticeably relegates the colorless Grinev to the background.
A gift to generations
“The Captain's Daughter” is eventful.To the best of the drama and somewhere tragic, it covers different spheres of human life: politics, society, family troubles, romantic relationships marred by war. Any review of the book “The Captain's Daughter” will say that, with all the patriotism felt as best as possible, love remains the center of the narrative. The work can not be called boring. Sometimes it caused a smile. Small in volume, it is quite accessible to cope with it.
