Discuss the representation of the generation of fathers in Turgenev’s novel “Fathers and Sons”
Therefore Turgenev presents
the reader with an image of noblemen who, despite trying to modernize, still seek to gain
profit at the expense of the to-be free peasantry before the reforms. Initially, Nikolai refuses
to marry Fenichka based on their social status. The attitude towards peasantry is the key
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difference between fathers and sons, and the older generation, despite being open to reform,
is still representing class differences.
Similarily, Bazarovs parents are eager to represent that they have been progressive in the
countryside, referring to himself as "homo novus". Also refers to applying obrok system and
given serfs some land. The fathers, both trying to win the approval of their sons. As Vasiilii
also is troubled with some disobeying serfs, the shame is similar to that of Nikolais when
speaking of Fenichka.
The two Kirsanov brothers adhere to certain ideals and standards which form the basis of
their existence
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