The 1907 Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich 1818-1883 creator Bernstein, Herman 1876-1935 text utu 2007 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Rendezvous" by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev is a short story that captures the emotional complexities of love and longing, written in the late 19th century. As a poignant tale centered on the fleeting nature of relationships, it delves into the themes of desire, hope, and the heartache of untimely separation. Turgenev’s narrative invites readers to explore the intimate yet tumultuous moments between characters, set against the backdrop of a beautifully rendered natural landscape. The story unfolds in an autumn birch grove where the narrator observes a young peasant girl named Akulina, who waits for Victor Alexandrich, a man of indifferent demeanor and a spoiled personality. Their encounter reveals a significant imbalance in their feelings; Akulina's deep affection for Victor contrasts sharply with his nonchalant attitude as he prepares to leave her behind. Despite her earnest pleas for a meaningful farewell, Victor's shallow and dismissive responses highlight the disparity in their emotional investments. Ultimately, Akulina's profound sadness, underscored by her tears and longing, leaves a lasting impression on the narrator, capturing the essence of heartbreak and the bittersweet nature of love in life's transient moments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-10-17 Produced by David Widger Original publication data not identified Short stories Russia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction PG Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23056 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23056 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133529.0 23056