Rudin by Ivan Turgenev, Fiction, Classics, Literary

The narrative centers on a character emblematic of Turgenev's "superfluous man," characterized by indecision and frustration. Rudin grapples with the conflict between honoring traditional values and embracing the emerging, progressive ideas of pre-revolutionary Russia. His internal struggle highlights the tension between generational expectations and personal ideals, leading to a profound exploration of impotence in the face of societal change.