“Eugene Onegin“ by Alexander Pushkin Translated from Russian into English by JAMES E. FALEN Eugene Onegin is the master work of the poet whom Russians regard as the fountainhead of their literature. Set in 1820s Russia, Pushkin's verse novel follows the fates of three men and three women. Engaging, full of suspense, and varied in tone, it also portrays a large cast of other characters and offers the reader many literary, philosophical, and autobiographical digressions, often in a highly satirical vein. Eugene Onegin was Pushkin's own favourite work, and this new translation conveys the literal sense as well as the poetic music of the original. Listen to the tracks below, to hear this classic piece of Russian literature, read by Stephen Fry. For guidance only. All rights belong to the rights holder.
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