Mumu (Bilingual Annotated Edition)

Mumu features striking imagery and deep reflections, exploring themes of love, loss, and the bond between humans and animals. The story follows a deaf-mute man named Gerasim, who finds solace in caring for a dog named Mumu. Their relationship highlights the tenderness and tragedy of unfulfilled desires and societal constraints. Turgenev's poignant narrative captures the essence of human emotion and the struggle for freedom, making it a powerful commentary on the human condition.