Oblomov: New Translation: Newly Translated and Annotated with an introduction by

Description: Oblomov: New Translation by Ivan Goncharov, Stephen Pearl New, award-winning translation of Goncharovs popular masterpiece Rich in situational comedy, psychological complexity and social satire, Oblomov - here presented in Stephen Pearls award-winning translation, the first major English-language version of the novel in more than fifty years - is a timeless novel and a monument to human idleness. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description First published in 1859, Oblomov is an indisputable classic of Russian literature, comparable in its stature to such masterpieces as Gogols Dead Souls, Tolstoys Anna Karenina and Dostoevskys Brothers Karamazov. The book centres on the figure of Ilya Ilyich Oblomov, a member of the dying class of the landed gentry, who spends most of his time lying in bed gazing at life in an apathetic daze, encouraged by his equally lazy servant Zakhar and routinely swindled by his acquaintances. But this torpid existence comes to an end when, spurred on by his crumbling finances, the love of a woman and the reproaches of his friend, the hard-working Stoltz, Oblomov finds that he must engage with the real world and face up to his commitments.Rich in situational comedy, psychological complexity and social satire, Oblomov – here presented in Stephen Pearls award-winning translation, the first major English-language version of the novel in more than fifty years – is a timeless novel and a monument to human idleness. Author Biography Ivan Goncharov (1812–91) was a Russian official, novelist, critic and travel writer, who is best remembered for his masterpiece Oblomov. Review Pearls approach is more adventurous than that of his predecessors. His text flows naturally, capturing Goncharovs carefully modulated tone, the gentleness of his humour, and the colloquial flavour of his dialogue…Stephen Pearl has indeed caught the very essence of Oblomov. * TLS *I am in rapture over Oblomov and keep rereading it. -- Leo TolstoyGoncharov is ten heads above me in talent. -- Anton Chekhov Promotional Stephen Pearls translation of Oblomov has won the AATSEEL Prize for the best translation from Slavic Language to English Long Description First published in 1859, Oblomov is an indisputable classic of Russian literature, comparable in its stature to such masterpieces as Gogols Dead Souls, Tolstoys Anna Karenina and Dostoevskys Brothers Karamazov. The book centres on the figure of Ilya Ilyich Oblomov, a member of the dying class of the landed gentry, who spends most of his time lying in bed gazing at life in an apathetic daze, encouraged by his equally lazy servant Zakhar and routinely swindled by his acquaintances. But this torpid existence comes to an end when, spurred on by his crumbling finances, the love of a woman and the reproaches of his friend, the hard-working Stoltz, Oblomov finds that he must engage with the real world and face up to his commitments. Rich in situational comedy, psychological complexity and social satire, Oblomov - here presented in Stephen Pearls award-winning translation, the first major English-language version of the novel in more than fifty years - is a timeless novel and a monument to human idleness. Review Quote "Pearls approach is more adventurous than that of his predecessors. His text flows naturally, capturing Goncharovs carefully modulated tone, the gentleness of his humour, and the colloquial flavour of his dialogue...Stephen Pearl has indeed caught the very essence of Oblomov." -- TLS Promotional "Headline" Stephen Pearls translation of Oblomov has won the AATSEEL Prize for the best translation from Slavic Language to English Details ISBN1847493440 Author Stephen Pearl Year 2014 ISBN-10 1847493440 ISBN-13 9781847493446 Media Book Publication Date 2014-04-20 Publisher Alma Books Ltd Translator Stephen Pearl Imprint Alma Classics Place of Publication Richmond Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 891.733 Birth 1812 Death 1891 Language English Translated from Russian Format Paperback UK Release Date 2014-04-20 NZ Release Date 2014-04-20 Subtitle Newly Translated and Annotated with an introduction by Professor Galya Diment, University of Washington (Alma Classics Evergreens) Audience General AU Release Date 2014-04-19 Pages 608 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:78902161;

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