Discuss the representation of the generation of fathers in Turgenev’s novel “Fathers and Sons”
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. The Insinuating traditional values are evident in Pushkins poetry,
rhapsodizing about nature, but also in holding firm principal views. Such is the degree of
disagreement between Pavel and nihilism that he states for the whole fathers generation that
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