Ivan Turgenev
Ivan Turgenev was a Russian novelist, short story writer, poet, playwright, translator, and popularizer of Russian literature.
Novelist
October 28, 1818
Scorpio
September 03, 1883
64
Oryol, Russian Empire
Ivan Sergeyevich Turgenev was a renowned Russian author, known for his contributions as a novelist, short story writer, poet, playwright, translator, and promoter of Russian literature. Among his most celebrated works are “Fathers and Sons,” “Smoke,” and “A Sportsman’s Sketches,” which are praised for their realistic depictions of Russian society. Turgenev also had a significant impact on the theater, with many of his works being adapted for stage productions. He shared a close friendship with French writer Gustave Flaubert and even helped with the French translation of “Fathers and Sons.” Other notable works by Turgenev include “Rudin” and “On the Eve.” Overall, he played a crucial role in shaping the intellectual landscape of 19th-century Russia.