The turbulent backdrop of Russia in the 1840s is our setting as we navigate the stirring brilliance of Mikhail Lermontov's unforgettable masterpiece, "A Hero of Our Time". There's a complex duality within its enigmatic protagonist, Pechorin. We'll find an audacious story teetering between romantic idealism and societal cynicism. Listen now to discover a society recovering from historic upheavals, a generation's defiant spirit, and learn how Lermontov's transgressive masterpiece was instrumental in reshaping Russian literature.

The turbulent backdrop of Russia in the 1840s is our setting as we navigate the stirring brilliance of Mikhail Lermontov's unforgettable masterpiece, "A Hero of Our Time". There's a complex duality within its enigmatic protagonist, Pechorin. We'll find an audacious story teetering between romantic idealism and societal cynicism. Listen now to discover a society recovering from historic upheavals, a generation's defiant spirit, and learn how Lermontov's transgressive masterpiece was instrumental in reshaping Russian literature.

The turbulent backdrop of Russia in the 1840s is our setting as we navigate the stirring brilliance of Mikhail Lermontov's unforgettable masterpiece, "A Hero of Our Time". There's a complex duality within its enigmatic protagonist, Pechorin. We'll find an audacious story teetering between romantic idealism and societal cynicism.&nbsp;Listen now to discover a society recovering from historic upheavals, a generation's defiant spirit, and learn how Lermontov's transgressive masterpiece was instrumental in reshaping Russian literature.

A Hero of Our Time by Mikhail Lermontov (1840)

End your day with the quiet joy of timeless literature gently read to you - just as it might have been in times gone by.

The great works of fiction are steady companions. They're filled with rhythm, beauty, and truths that still breathe. Whether you're returning to an old favorite or discovering a forgotten gem, you’ll find comfort in the familiar language and the calm cadence of storytelling. We'll explore classics from beloved authors like Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, and others, helping you to slow your thoughts and ease into sleep. Let these pages become your pillow. Subscribe or explore the full ad-free library at www.whisper.fm.

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End your day with the quiet joy of timeless literature gently read to you - just as it might have been in times gone by. The great works of fiction are steady companions. They're filled with rhythm, beauty, and truths that still breathe. Whether you're returning to an old favorite or discovering a forgotten gem, you’ll find comfort in the familiar language and the calm cadence of storytelling. We'll explore classics from beloved authors like Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, and others, helping you to slow your thoughts and ease into sleep. Let these pages become your pillow. Subscribe or explore the full ad-free library at www.whisper.fm.

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