In February 1862 the first publication took place.novel "Fathers and Sons" Turgenev. We offer you a brief retelling of it. "Fathers and Children" chapter by chapter will be reviewed by us in terms of major events. In addition, in the article you will find a description of the characters. First, we suggest you read a brief retelling. "Fathers and Sons", in chapters set out by us, begin with the following events.
Meet Nikolay Petrovich
Kirsanov Nikolai Petrovich - a landowner, apparently alreadymiddle-aged He is about 40 years old. On May 20, 1859, he awaited the arrival of Arkady, his son, who had just completed his studies at the university. Nikolai Petrovich is waiting for him at the inn.
Kirsanov was the son of a general, but the militarycareer intended for him, did not take place. The fact is that this hero broke his leg, while still a young man. For the rest of his life, he remained "lame." Kirsanov Nikolai Petrovich got married early. His wife was the daughter of a commoner. In marriage, the landowner was happy. However, to the great sorrow of Nikolai Petrovich, in 1847 his wife died. After that, he devoted all his time and energy to raising his son. He lived with him even in St. Petersburg and tried to make friends with Arkady's students. Recently, Kirsanov actively engaged in the transformation of the estate.
Arkady brings to the estate of his friend
Вот, наконец, происходит встреча Николая Petrovich and Arkady in the work, whose author - Turgenev ("Fathers and Sons"). However, Arkady arrives not alone. Together with him a self-confident, tall and ugly young man. This is a novice doctor who agreed to visit the Kirsanovs for some time. His name is Bazarov Evgeny Vasilyevich.
Сначала разговор отца с сыном не клеится (5 chapter). Nikolay Kirsanov is confused by Fenechka. He keeps this girl with him and has a child from her. His son tries to smooth out the awkwardness with a condescending tone, which distorts Kirsanov a little.
Pavel Petrovich is waiting for them at home.This is the elder brother of Nikolai Petrovich. A mutual antipathy immediately arises between him and Bazarov. But the servants and yard boys willingly obey the arriving guest, although he does not intend to search for their location.
Verbal skirmish between Pavel Petrovich and Bazarov
Between Pavel Petrovich and Bazarov the nextday there is a verbal skirmish (6 chapter). Kirsanov becomes the initiator of the clash. Yevgeny Vasilyevich does not intend to polemicize with him, but nevertheless he expresses his opinion on the main issues of his convictions. In his view, people strive for a goal, because they experience “sensations” and want to achieve “benefits”. Evgeny Bazarov is convinced that chemistry is much more important than art. As for science, the practical result is most important in it. Bazarov is even proud that he lacks artistic taste. He believes that there is no need to study the psychology of an individual person. In order to judge the whole human race, one copy is enough. Bazarov mercilessly denies any "rulings" in everyday life. He has a high opinion of his abilities, but his generation, Yevgeny Vasilyevich, does not at all take a constructive role. He says that first you need to "clear the place."
The story of the youth of Pavel Petrovich
"Nihilism", which propagandizes Bazarov andArkady, imitating him, to Pavel Petrovich seems to be an unreasonable and impudent doctrine that exists "in emptiness". The tension between the guest and the father’s brother is trying to smooth Arkady. To this end, he tells his friend the history of the life of Pavel Petrovich Kirsanov (chapter 7). This man in his youth was a promising and brilliant officer. He really liked women. Once Pavel Petrovich met Princess R., a secular lioness. Passion for this woman has changed the whole life of Kirsanov. When their affair ended, Pavel Petrovich felt completely devastated. He preserves from his past life only the refinement of manners and costume, as well as the love of everything English.
New attack by Pavel Petrovich, the position of Nikolai Kirsanov
Bazarov’s behavior and attitudes are very annoying.Pavel Petrovich. He starts to attack Evgeny Vasilyevich again. However, he condescendingly and fairly easily breaks all the arguments of Kirsanov aimed at defending the existing traditions. Nikolai Petrovich is trying to soften the dispute that has begun, but he cannot fully agree with Bazarov’s so radical convictions. Nevertheless, Nikolai Kirsanov convinces himself that he and his brother are behind the times.
Meeting of Arkady and Eugene with Sitnikov and Kukshina
Arkady and Bazarov are sent to one provincialcity (chapter 12). Here they meet with Sitnikov, the son of a taxman, who considers himself a "student" of Yevgeny Vasilyevich. Sitnikov introduces them to Kukshina, the "emancipated" lady. Both of them consider themselves to be "progressives" who reject all authorities. Sitnikov and Kukshina, following the fashion, tend to show "free-thinking". Both of them do not know how and do not know anything, but in their “nihilism” they leave behind both Bazarov and Arkady. Yevgeny Vasilyevich frankly despises Sitnikov, and on a visit to Kukshina, he is mainly engaged in champagne.
Meet Evgeny with Odintsova
Turgenev ("Fathers and Sons") further tells us abouthow Arkady introduces his friend to Odintsova (chapter 14). This rich, beautiful and young widow. She is immediately interested in Yevgeny Vasilyevich. His interest in this woman is not at all platonic. Regarding her, he cynically declares to Arkady Kirsanov that "there is a profit ...".
Kirsanov believes that he is in love with a widow.However, Arkady has this sensible feeling. But between Yevgeny Vasilyevich and Odintsova there is a mutual embarrassment. The widow invites her friends to stay with her for some time.
Friends visit Odintsov
Guests in the house of this woman (her name is AnnaSergeevna) get acquainted with Katya, her younger sister. The girl holds on tightly. Yevgeny Bazarov also feels awkward. He "looks angry" and begins to get annoyed at Odintsov's guest. Suffers and Arkady ("Fathers and Sons"). He finds solace by talking to Katya.
The feeling that Anna Sergeyevna Bazarova inspired,turns out to be new to him. This man, despising any manifestation of "romanticism", suddenly realizes for himself that there is a "romantic" in him. Eugene is explained with Odintsova (chapter 18). She did not immediately break out of his arms. Upon reflection, Odintsov’s fateful decision. "Fathers and Children" would have continued completely different events if she had accepted the love of Bazarov. However, Odintsova decides that "calm" is the most expensive for her.
Check out Bazarov, life with parents
Bazarov, not wanting to become a slave to passion,leaves for his father. He lives nearby and works as a district doctor. Odintsova does not want to keep Eugene. Bazarov on the road reflects on what happened. He says that all this is "nonsense", that letting a woman take control of herself is the worst thing that can happen.
Arriving home, Eugene is faced with the fact that hismother and father cannot breathe in their beloved son. He is bored in his home. He leaves his parents after a few days. Bazarov decides to return to the estate Kirsanovs.
The return of Eugene in the estate Kirsanovs, an episode with Fenechkoy
Здесь от скуки и жары Евгений обращает внимание on the beloved Nikolai Petrovich Fenechku (Chapter 23). Having found this girl alone, he kisses her tightly. Pavel Petrovich becomes the casual witness of this scene. He is disturbed to the depths of the soul by the act of Yevgeny Bazarov. In particular, Pavel Kirsanov is indignant because he finds some similarity between Fenechka and Princess R.
Duel of Pavel Petrovich with Bazarov
Pavel Petrovich, in accordance with hismoral convictions, he decides to challenge Evgeny Vasilyevich to a duel (chapter 24). Bazarov, feeling awkward and realizing that he had to sacrifice his own principles, agrees. He believes that a duel is theoretically absurd, but in practical terms it is a completely different matter.
В результате поединка Базаров легко ранит Павла Petrovich himself also gives him first aid. Pavel Kirsanov ("Fathers and Sons") keeps very worthy. Pavel Petrovich even tries to make fun of himself. However, he and Bazarov are embarrassed. The real reason for the duel from Nikolai Petrovich decided to hide. The one in this situation also behaves nobly. He finds an excuse for both opponents.
After the duel, Pavel Petrovich, who had earlier objected to the marriage of his brother and Baubles, begins to persuade Kirsanov to make her an offer.
The development of the love line of the novel, the departure of Bazarov
Love in "Fathers and Sons" is one of the central themes.We will tell about how this line developed after the duel. Arkady increasingly closer to Katya. Mutual understanding is established between them. Katya notes that Evgeny Bazarov is a stranger to them, because they are “tame”, and he is “predatory”.
Evgeny Vasilievich, who lost his last hopeon the reciprocity of Anna Sergeyevna, steps over herself and resolutely breaks up with Odintsova and with Arkady (chapter 26). Saying goodbye, Bazarov tells his former friend that he is a "glorious fellow," but a "liberal barich." Kirsanov is distressed, but soon finds solace in communicating with Katya. He confesses her love and is convinced of reciprocity.
Eugene's life in the parental home, infection and death
Evgeny Bazarov returns to his parents' house andShe tries to devote all her time to work in order to forget about her love for Odintsov. However, in a few days the passion for work disappears. It is being replaced by "deaf anxiety" and "melancholy boredom." Yevgeny Bazarov is trying to talk to the men, but does not find anything in their heads except stupidity. But the men relate to Yevgeny Vasilyevich as well as to the “jester pea”.
Bazarov, opening the corpse of a typhoid patient, injuresfinger, resulting in infection of the blood (chapter 27). A few days later, he tells his father that his days are numbered. Bazarov, before his death, asks Anna Sergeyevna to come in order to say goodbye to him. Yevgeny reminds the woman of her love and notices that all his proud thoughts, like the feeling towards her, have become dust. Bazarov notes with bitterness that Russia does not need it. She only needs a tailor, a shoemaker, a butcher ...
After Evgeny Vasilyevich received communion at the insistence of his parents, the author notes that on his "dead face" there was a "shudder of terror".
The wedding of two couples, the fate of the heroes
Проходит 6 месяцев.The wedding of two couples takes place in a small village church: Kirsanov Nicholas with Fenechka and Arkady with Katya (chapter 28). Everyone is happy, but there was something artificial in this mood, as if everyone had agreed to play the "ingenuous comedy."
Arkady eventually becomes the father of the family andhardworking master. After some time, the Kirsanovs' estate begins to bring good income thanks to his efforts. In family life and property management, Arkady finds the meaning of life. "Fathers and Sons" continues the description of the fate of Nikolai Petrovich. He becomes a conciliator. Nikolai Kirsanov is actively working in the public field, which is very suitable for his nature. Kirsanov Pavel Petrovich moved to Dresden. The author notes that "it is hard for him to live," although he still looks like a gentleman.
Kukshina is located in Heidelberg.She leads with students, enjoys architecture. According to her, she discovered some new laws in her. As for Sitnikov, he married a princess. Wife pushes them. In his own opinion, he "continues" the work of Yevgeny Bazarov, working as a publicist in a dark journal.
The final episode of the work
We proceed to the description of the final scene, the finalbrief retelling "Fathers and Children" can not be stated in chapters without including this episode from the last, 28th chapter in the story. Although it does not play a large role in the development of the plot, it is very important for understanding the author’s intention. No wonder Turgenev included him in his novel, and we - in a brief retelling ("Fathers and Sons"). According to the chapters, the described plot of the work allows us to fully understand exactly this scene.
Decrepit old men often come to the grave of Eugene.They cry bitterly and pray to God to rest his soul. Completing the work, the author describes the flowers growing on the grave mound. Ivan Sergeevich notices that they remind everyone who lives not only about indifference and calmness of nature. Flowers tell us about life endless and about eternal reconciliation. Thus, "Fathers and Sons" is a story with a life-affirming ending.
We now offer a closer look at the heroes of the work. Below is their description.
"Fathers and Sons": characterization of characters
Bazarov Evgeny Vasilievich - student, nihilist,novice physician. Bazarov in the novel "Fathers and Sons" is the central character. In his nihilism, he is a mentor of Arkady. This hero opposes the liberal ideas that the Kirsanov brothers represent in the novel, as well as the conservative attitudes inherent to his own parents. Yevgeny Bazarov - raznochinets, revolutionary democrat. By the end of the work, he falls in love with Odintsov, after which he changes his nihilistic views regarding the love feeling. Passion for Odintsova becomes a serious challenge for Bazarov. At the end of the work he dies as a result of blood poisoning, obtained during the autopsy.
Kirsanov Nikolai Petrovich - a liberal landowner,widower, father of Arkady. He loves poetry and music. This hero is interested in modern progressive ideas, including new ways of farming. The author notes that at the beginning of the work he is ashamed of his feelings for Fenechka from the common people. However, at the end of the novel, he decides to marry her.
Старшим братом Николая является Кирсанов Павел Petrovich. "Fathers and Sons" - a work that can not be imagined without this hero. This is a self-confident and proud aristocrat, a retired officer, an ardent supporter of liberalism. He often argues with Yevgeny Vasilyevich about nature, love, science, art, and aristocracy. Odinok Pavel Petrovich. Fathers and Sons is a novel in which the author introduces us to the years of his youth. In his youth, he experienced a tragic passion for Princess R. Pavel Kirsanov sees in Fenechka the features of his beloved. He harbors hatred for Bazarov and decides to challenge him to a duel. During the fight, he gets a slight wound.
Bazarov's friend is Arkady NikolayevichKirsanov. "Fathers and Sons" begins with his return to the parental home after graduating from St. Petersburg University. Under the influence of his friend, this hero becomes a nihilist, but then decides to abandon this outlook.
Bazarov Vasily Ivanovich - the father of Eugene.This is a poor army retired surgeon. He manages the estate belonging to his wife. Vasily Ivanovich moderately enlightened and educated. He understands that because of rural life, he was isolated from modern ideas. In general, this hero holds conservative views. He loves his son and is quite religious.
Very remarkable and Arina Vlasyevna inthe work "Fathers and Sons". The content of the chapters of this work, summarized above, does not allow for a definite idea about it. Therefore, it is especially important to read the description of Yevgeny Vasilyevich’s mother, who is this woman. She owns the village of Bazarovs. At her disposal are 22 souls of serfs. This woman is devout and very superstitious. In addition, she is sentimentally sensitive and suspicious. Arina Vlasyevna loves Yevgeny and is very concerned that he has renounced faith.
You should introduce a character like AnnaSergeyevna Odintsova ("Fathers and Sons"). This is a rich widow, with whom Arkady and Eugene stayed. She likes Bazarov, but after his recognition she does not dare to reciprocate.
Lokteva Ekaterina Sergeevna - sister Odintsova.She is an inconspicuous and quiet girl who loves to play the clavichord. Arkady spends a lot of time in her company, tormented by his love for Anna. However, after a while he realizes that he loves Katya exactly. Catherine at the end of the work becomes the wife of Arkady.
Fenichka is a simple girl who gave birth to a child from Nikolai Petrovich. She lives in the same house with him. In the final chapter, she becomes the wife of Nikolai Petrovich.
These are the heroes of the novel Fathers and Children (portrait of the authorpresented above). Of course, to understand the nature of each of them is better to get acquainted with the original work. By the way, it is very interesting to read it - all the heroes of the novel “Fathers and Children” have bright and curious characters. And the main theme of the work - the relationship between generations - is always relevant. It is no coincidence that many in our time like "Fathers and Sons". The meaning of this novel is deep, and the problems posed by the author are eternal.
