Description
The novel is set in the 1840s and follows the story of Vladimir Beltov, a young man who returns to Russia from exile in Western Europe. Beltov is full of hope for the future of his country, but he is soon disillusioned by the corruption and injustice that he sees around him.
The novel is divided into two parts. The first part, “Dilettantism,” follows Beltov’s attempts to find a place for himself in Russian society. He joins a group of radical intellectuals, but he is eventually disappointed by their lack of action.
The second part of the novel, “The Overgrown Road,” is a more philosophical exploration of Beltov’s ideas. Beltov comes to the conclusion that Russia is not ready for revolution and that the only way to change the country is through gradual reform.
Who is to Blame? is an important work of Russian literature. It is a powerful indictment of the social and political conditions of Russia in the mid-19th century. The novel also raises important questions about the role of the individual in society and the possibility of social change.
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