A Hero Of Our Time (Edition1)
Published on 5. April 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
172 pages
978-93-7113-289-3 (ISBN)
Description
A hero of our time delves into the contradictions of a man shaped by a restless spirit, detachment, and a deep awareness of his own flaws. His actions reveal an individual both captivating and destructive, as he navigates relationships marked by manipulation, passion, and disillusionment. The novel examines the allure of power over others and the emptiness that follows, portraying a figure who both fascinates and repels. Set against a vast and unforgiving landscape, the story reflects the isolation of its protagonist, whose intelligence and charisma are matched by his inability to find meaning. Encounters with those around him expose the tensions between idealism and cynicism, desire and indifference. The weight of past experiences and self-imposed detachment shape his choices, leaving a trail of emotional wreckage. Through psychological depth and sharp social critique, the novel presents a study of a man unable to escape his own contradictions. A hero of our time captures the complexity of ambition, self-destruction, and the search for purpose.
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Language
English
Place of publication
India
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
225 gr
ISBN-13
978-93-7113-289-3 (9789371132893)
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Person
Mikhail Yuryevich Lermontov was a Russian Romantic writer, poet, and painter, recognized as one of the most significant literary figures following the death of Alexander Pushkin. Born in Moscow in 1814 to Yuri Petrovich Lermontov and Maria Mikhailovna Arsenyeva, he was raised primarily by his grandmother after his mother s early death. His works often reflected deep psychological insight, social critique, and an exploration of existential themes. Influenced by writers such as Lord Byron, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and Pushkin, he became known for his brooding and complex characters. His poetry and prose captured the rugged landscapes of the Caucasus, a region that profoundly shaped his imagination and literary style. His most famous novel, A Hero of Our Time, introduced a new kind of protagonist, one embodying both charisma and inner turmoil. He also wrote plays such as Masquerade and A Strange Man. His life was cut short in 1841 when he was killed in a duel in Pyatigorsk at the age of 26, leaving behind a legacy that would influence generations of Russian writers.