Oblomov (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. A Classic Russian Satirical NovelBy Ivan Goncharov
Length7h 26m
About this audiobook
Ivan Goncharov's Oblomov is one of the defining novels of nineteenth-century Russian realism, a penetrating comic tragedy of inertia, privilege, and moral paralysis. Through the unforgettable figure of Ilya Ilyich Oblomov—gentle, intelligent, yet almost incapable of sustained action—Goncharov transforms domestic indolence into a broad cultural diagnosis. The novel's measured prose, psychological subtlety, and satirical precision place it beside the great social novels of Turgenev and Tolstoy, while its famous opening scenes elevate everyday passivity into a literary emblem: "Oblomovism." Goncharov, born in 1812 into a prosperous merchant family and later a civil servant, knew intimately the bureaucratic and landed worlds he depicts. His administrative career, extensive travels, and ambivalent relation to Russia's gentry culture sharpened his awareness of a society suspended between old habits and modern demands. Oblomov reflects this historical tension, contrasting dreamy estate-bound existence with the energetic practicality embodied by Stolz. This novel is essential reading for anyone interested in Russian literature, social satire, or the psychology of self-defeat. It rewards readers with humor, tenderness, and a profound meditation on how a life may be lost not through catastrophe, but through postponement.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Humor
Length7 hrs 26 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 9, 2019
LanguageEnglish
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