Eugene Oneguine [Onegin] A Romance of Russian Life in Verse

"Eugene Oneguine" by Aleksandr Sergeevich Pushkin is a celebrated Russian novel that paints a picture of early 19th-century aristocratic life through the story of Eugene Oneguine, a captivating but world-weary young nobleman; the story follows Eugene as he meanders from parties to friendships throughout Russia. Frustrated by the superficiality of his social circle, Eugene's life takes surprising turns as this story unfolds, and he has a profound effect on everyone he meets. Ultimately, this narrative explores themes of love, the complexities of friendship, and the individual's battle to find purpose in a society that often feels empty.