The problem of “fathers and sons” is an age-old problem facing people of different generations. The life principles of the elders were once considered the basis of human existence, but they are becoming a thing of the past, and they are being replaced by new life ideals belonging to the younger generation. The generation of “fathers” is trying to preserve everything that it believed in, what it lived all its life, sometimes not accepting the new convictions of the young, strives to leave everything in its place, strives for peace. “Children” are more progressive, always on the move, they want to rebuild and change everything, they do not understand the passivity of the elders. The problem of “fathers and sons” arises in almost all forms of organization of human life: in the family, in the work team, in society as a whole. The task of establishing a balance in views in the clash of "fathers" and "children" is difficult, and in some cases it cannot be solved at all. Someone enters into an open conflict with representatives of the older generation, accusing him of inactivity, of idle talk; someone, realizing the need for a peaceful solution to this problem, goes aside, giving both himself and others the right to freely implement their plans and ideas without colliding with representatives of another generation.
The clash of "fathers" and "children", which happened, is happening and will continue to happen, could not but be reflected in the work of Russian writers. Each of them solves this problem in different ways in their works.
Among these writers, I would like to single out I. S. Turgenev, who wrote the magnificent novel “Fathers and Sons”. The writer based his book on the complex conflict that arises between “fathers” and “children”, between new and obsolete views on life. Turgenev personally encountered this problem in the Sovremennik magazine. The writer was alien to the new worldviews of Dobrolyubov and Chernyshevsky. Turgenev had to leave the editorial office of the magazine.
In the novel "Fathers and Sons" the main opponents and antagonists are Yevgeny Bazarov and Pavel Petrovich Kirsanov. The conflict between them is considered from the point of view of the problem of "fathers and children", from the position of their social, political and public disagreements.
It must be said that Bazarov and Kirsanov differ in their social origin, which, of course, was reflected in the formation of the views of these people.
The progenitors of Bazarov were serfs. Everything he achieved was the result of hard mental work. Eugene became interested in medicine and the natural sciences, conducted experiments, collected various beetles and insects.
Pavel Petrovich grew up in an atmosphere of prosperity and prosperity. At the age of eighteen he was appointed to the corps of pages, and at twenty-eight he received the rank of captain. Having moved to the village to his brother, Kirsanov observed secular decency here as well. Pavel Petrovich attached great importance to appearance. He was always well-shaven and wore heavily starched collars, which Bazarov ironically makes fun of: “Nails, nails, at least send them to an exhibition! ..” Eugene does not care at all about appearance or what people think about him. Bazarov was a great materialist. For him, only what could be touched, put on the tongue mattered. The nihilist denied all spiritual pleasures, not realizing that people get pleasure when they admire the beauties of nature, listen to music, read Pushkin, admire the paintings of Raphael. Bazarov only said: “Rafael is not worth a penny ...”
Pavel Petrovich, of course, did not accept such views of the nihilist. Kirsanov was fond of poetry and considered it his duty to observe noble traditions.
Bazarov's disputes with P.P. Kirsanov play a huge role in revealing the main contradictions of the era. In them, we see many areas and issues on which representatives of the younger and older generations do not agree.
Bazarov denies principles and authorities, Pavel Petrovich claims that “... without principles, only immoral or empty people can live in our time.” Eugene exposes the state structure and accuses the "aristocrats" of idle talk. Pavel Petrovich, on the other hand, recognizes the old social order, not seeing flaws in it, fearing its destruction.
One of the main contradictions arises between the antagonists in their attitude towards the people.
Although Bazarov treats the people with contempt for their darkness and ignorance, all representatives of the masses in Kirsanov's house consider him "their" person, because he is easy to communicate with people, he does not have lordly effeminacy. Meanwhile, Pavel Petrovich claims that Yevgeny Bazarov does not know the Russian people: “No, the Russian people are not what you imagine them to be. He sacredly honors traditions, he is patriarchal, he cannot live without faith...” But after these beautiful words, when talking to the peasants, he turns away and sniffs the cologne.
The disagreements that have arisen between our heroes are serious. Bazarov, whose life is built on all-denial, cannot understand Pavel Petrovich. The latter cannot understand Eugene. Their personal animosity and differences of opinion culminated in a duel. But the main reason for the duel is not the contradictions between Kirsanov and Bazarov, but the unfriendly relations that arose between them at the very beginning of their acquaintance with each other. Therefore, the problem of “fathers and sons” lies in personal bias towards each other, because it can be solved peacefully, without resorting to extreme measures, if the older generation is more tolerant of the younger generation, somewhere, perhaps, agreeing with it, and the generation of “children” will show more respect for the elders.
Turgenev studied the age-old problem of "fathers and children" from the standpoint of his time, his life. He himself belonged to the galaxy of "fathers" and, although the author's sympathies are on the side of Bazarov, he advocated philanthropy and the development of the spiritual principle in people. Having included a description of nature in the narrative, testing Bazarov with love, the author imperceptibly joins in an argument with his hero, disagreeing with him in many respects.
The problem of “fathers and sons” is relevant today. It sharply confronts people who belong to different generations. “Children” who openly oppose the generation of “fathers” should remember that only tolerance for each other, mutual respect will help to avoid serious clashes.
1. Socio-political sentiments.
2. Innovation in the work.
3. Similarities and differences between Bazarov and Pavel Petrovich.
4. The character of Nikolai Petrovich.
5. Life position of Arkady.
The conflict of generations in the work of I. S. Turgenev "Fathers and Sons". I. S. Turgenev, as a creative and sensitive nature, perfectly saw and understood what was happening in the social life of his contemporaries. The novel "Fathers and Sons" was completed in 1862, when the confrontation between the two political parties of liberal aristocrats and revolutionary democrats was clearly visible in society. Of course, this could not but be reflected in the writer's novel, where the conflicting parties are represented by the nihilist Yevgeny Bazarov and the nobleman Pavel Petrovich Kirsanov.
Being a nobleman, Ivan Sergeevich could not share the views of Bazarov, who, according to the author, was the bearer of revolutionary democratic ideas. On the other hand, Turgenev, as an artist, was interested in these people, their characters. His attitude towards his hero is far from unambiguous, as evidenced by the fact that Eugene "suppresses all the other faces of the novel." When writing his novel, Ivan Sergeevich showed some innovation in terms of plot construction and the idea of the work. It was a new trend in the literature of that time. Turgenev's novel is completely devoid of the usual traditional elements of any other work of art. Here it is difficult to find the denouement or plot plot, there is no strict plan that determines the course of action. On the other hand, in the work one can see well-drawn strong characters, observations and pictures from the everyday life of landowners and peasants. The absence of strictly verified artistic components does not at all detract from the value of this work, since a thorough psychological analysis of the human personality is carried out here, the author's attitude towards his heroes is manifested.
From the first meeting with the main characters of the novel, Yevgeny Bazarov and Pavel Petrovich Kirsanov, it becomes clear that these people will not be able to resist each other. The author emphasizes this even more, giving a detailed description of the appearance of his characters. "Graceful and thoroughbred" Kirsanov could not help but irritate the nihilist with his frankly aristocratic manners, classical features, snow-white collars, beautiful hands with long pink nails. And Pavel Petrovich looked with obvious hostility at the wide plebeian forehead, "large bulges of a spacious skull", long hair and wide clothes of an unexpected guest. Already at the first meeting with each other, a spark of hostility flared up between these people, which later grew into a real conflict between the older and younger generations. A nihilist, accustomed to work and approach any phenomenon of the surrounding life from a practical point of view, certainly could not understand an aristocrat who was imprisoned in the countryside and talked about subtle matters. Evgeny irritated Kirsanov with his narrow-mindedness about not material, but spiritual values.
On the other hand, these main characters of the novel are incredibly close to each other. Both are fiercely loyal to their once established views and are not ready to make even the slightest compromise. The nihilist stands up for freethinking, rejecting everything that does not fit into the boundaries of material reality, and the aristocrat is conservative in everything with no less zeal, feeling like a real gentleman. Both cannot deviate one iota from their “principles”, although one of them, in particular a young man, is sure that he is completely devoid of any principles: “A nihilist is a person who does not bow to any authorities, who does not accept not a single principle on faith." Despite ideological differences, Kirsanov and Bazarov are very similar in character. Both use their appearance to demonstrate their views. Hence the robes instead of clothes, long hair, Yevgeny's sideburns, impeccable suit, starched thin shirts, Pavel Petrovich's polished nails. Reproaching his rival for laziness and the absence of any attempts to do something useful for society, Bazarov, by and large, has not yet determined a clear goal for himself, has not found his destiny in this life. That is why, acting in the dispute as an accuser, Evgenia hesitates to answer Kirsanov's question: "You deny everything, or, to be more precise, you destroy everything ... Why, you must build."
Arkady intercedes for him, arguing that the task of the nihilists is only to destroy everything old, to free up a new place. Not only Kirsanov felt the weakness in Bazarov's reasoning. Odintsova also quickly felt the absence of her new acquaintance's main life goal. Possessing incredible insight, she cannot believe that Eugene, endowed with such a high share of pride, is able to be content with the activities of an ordinary district doctor. To which the protagonist replies: “And besides, what is the desire to talk and think about the future, which for the most part does not depend on us? A chance to do something will come out - fine, but if it doesn’t work out - at least you will be satisfied that you didn’t chat in vain in advance. Kirsanov is sincerely sure that Bazarov is nothing more than a poseur and covers up his ignorance and bad manners with his theory: “... before they had to study ... and now they should say that everything in the world is nonsense ... and it's in the bag ... before they were just blockheads, and now they have suddenly become nihilists.” If at the beginning of the novel the reader clearly feels the abyss separating the younger and older generations, then as the action develops, it becomes clear that it does not exist at all as such. Despite the fact that young people, talking among themselves about the Kirsanov brothers, do not call them anything other than "old men", the author accurately indicates the age of Nikolai Petrovich and Pavel Petrovich.
As a result, it becomes clear that they do not have such advanced years to write them down as old people, and even more so by modern standards. Father Arkady is brought closer to the new generation by his young wife and infant son, the family, as it were, indicates to the reader that Nikolai Petrovich is in the prime of life. It is he who, to a greater extent, opposes the nihilistic ideas of his son and his friend. Pavel Petrovich hates Bazarov, entering into debates with him, he defends his point of view exclusively in words, but only Nikolai Petrovich does business without unnecessary talk. He does not feel strongly negative emotions towards Eugene, like his brother. Moreover, he respects the opinion of this person, deservedly considering him smart and well-read. Kirsanov is also keenly interested in the scientific chemical experiments of his guest, like a sponge, absorbing everything new and interesting. At the same time, it is Nikolai Petrovich, the only one of all who is engaged in practical activities, who can resist the nihilist, cast doubt on his arguments about the materiality of everything that happens. Kirsanov does not just talk, but tries to change something in the surrounding life, for which he creates a farm, gives part of the land to the peasants. With his seemingly inconspicuous work, he achieves much greater results than all the nihilists put together, standing up for freedom and rejecting ideals for the sake of improving life. Nikolai Petrovich is very worried because of his disagreements with his son.
He is the first to take a step forward and tries to understand the new generation. Sometimes he feels that in some way he lags behind the advanced youth, something is already out of reach for him. However, this realization further spurs Kirsanov to engage in practical activities with triple zeal. Only work allows him to prove to others and to himself that he is still alive and young, that as long as he can benefit his family and the state, it is too early to write him off. With regret, Nikolai Petrovich recalls his delusions of his youth, his disputes with his mother, whom, due to inexperience, he considered behind the times and too old to perceive new trends and views. Now his own son will treat him to “the same pill”. The conflict that flared up on the first pages subsides in the work as if by itself. After the departure of the nihilist, calm reigns again in the Kirsanov family. Arkady gradually moves away from his friend and falls under the influence of smart and practical Katya. Irritation against Eugene, born in the soul of a young man during the period of friendship with his unwitting mentor. It grows to such an extent that it destroys the entire friendship. Arkady, also not devoid of insight, begins to notice that the words of a friend do not always correspond to his actions. Evgeny's sharp and not always harmless statements about relatives and friends of Kirsanov Jr. cause dissatisfaction.
As a result, Bazarov leaves for his father's estate, where he soon becomes infected and dies. Arkady adopts the experience of his father, becoming closer to him more and more. He likes to engage in economic activities, nihilistic inclinations fade into the background, until they generally remain somewhere far in the past. A young man with a creative nature, who loves music and poetry, realizes the inconsistency of his friend's theory and quickly abandons it.
1. Socio-political sentiments.
2. Innovation in the work.
3. Similarities and differences between Bazarov and Pavel Petrovich.
4. The character of Nikolai Petrovich.
5. Life position of Arkady.
I. S. Turgenev, as a creative and sensitive nature, perfectly saw and understood what was happening in the social life of his contemporaries. The novel "Fathers and Sons" was completed in 1862, when the confrontation between the two political parties of liberal aristocrats and revolutionary democrats was clearly visible in society. Of course, this could not but be reflected in the writer's novel, where the conflicting parties are represented by the nihilist Yevgeny Bazarov and the nobleman Pavel Petrovich Kirsanov.
Being a nobleman, Ivan Sergeevich could not share the views of Bazarov, who, according to the author, was the bearer of revolutionary democratic ideas. On the other hand, Turgenev, as an artist, was interested in these people, their characters. His attitude towards his hero is far from unambiguous, as evidenced by the fact that Eugene "suppresses all the other faces of the novel." When writing his novel, Ivan Sergeevich showed some innovation in terms of plot construction and the very idea of \u200b\u200bthe work. It was a new trend in the literature of that time. Turgenev's novel is completely devoid of the usual traditional elements of any other work of art. Here it is difficult to find the denouement or plot plot, there is no strict plan that determines the course of action. On the other hand, in the work one can see well-drawn strong characters, observations and pictures from the everyday life of landowners and peasants. The absence of strictly verified artistic components does not at all detract from the value of this work, since a thorough psychological analysis of the human personality is carried out here, the author's attitude towards his heroes is manifested.
From the first meeting with the main characters of the novel, Yevgeny Bazarov and Pavel Petrovich Kirsanov, it becomes clear that these people will not be able to resist each other. The author emphasizes this even more, giving a detailed description of the appearance of his characters. "Graceful and thoroughbred" Kirsanov could not help but irritate the nihilist with his frankly aristocratic manners, classical features, snow-white collars, beautiful hands with long pink nails. And Pavel Petrovich looked with obvious hostility at the wide plebeian forehead, "large bulges of a spacious skull", long hair and wide clothes of an unexpected guest. Already at the first meeting with each other, a spark of hostility flared up between these people, which later grew into a real conflict between the older and younger generations. A nihilist, accustomed to work and approach any phenomenon of the surrounding life from a practical point of view, certainly could not understand an aristocrat who was imprisoned in the countryside and talked about subtle matters. Evgeny irritated Kirsanov with his narrow-mindedness about not material, but spiritual values.
On the other hand, these main characters of the novel are incredibly close to each other. Both are fiercely loyal to their once established views and are not ready to make even the slightest compromise. The nihilist stands up for freethinking, rejecting everything that does not fit into the boundaries of material reality, and the aristocrat is conservative in everything with no less zeal, feeling like a real gentleman. Both cannot deviate one iota from their “principles”, although one of them, in particular a young man, is sure that he is completely devoid of any principles: “A nihilist is a person who does not bow to any authorities, who does not accept not a single principle on faith." Despite ideological differences, Kirsanov and Bazarov are very similar in character. Both use their appearance to demonstrate their views. Hence the robes instead of clothes, long hair, Yevgeny's sideburns, impeccable suit, starched thin shirts, Pavel Petrovich's polished nails. Reproaching his rival for laziness and the absence of any attempts to do something useful for society, Bazarov, by and large, has not yet determined a clear goal for himself, has not found his destiny in this life. That is why, acting in the dispute as an accuser, Yevgenia hesitates to answer Kirsanov's question: "You deny everything, or, to be more precise, you destroy everything ... Why, you need to build."
Arkady intercedes for him, arguing that the task of the nihilists is only to destroy everything old, to free up a new place. Not only Kirsanov felt the weakness in Bazarov's reasoning. Odintsova also quickly felt the absence of her new acquaintance's main life goal. Possessing incredible insight, she cannot believe that Eugene, endowed with such a high share of pride, is able to be content with the activities of an ordinary district doctor. To which the protagonist replies: “And besides, what is the desire to talk and think about the future, which for the most part does not depend on us? If a chance to do something comes out - fine, but if it doesn’t work out - at least you will be satisfied that you didn’t talk in vain in advance. Kirsanov is sincerely sure that Bazarov is nothing more than a poseur and covers up his ignorance and bad manners with his theory: “... before they had to study ... but now they should say that everything in the world is nonsense ... and it's in the bag. .. before they were just blockheads, and now they suddenly became nihilists. If at the beginning of the novel the reader clearly feels the abyss; separating the younger and older generations, then in the course of the development of the action it becomes clear that it does not exist at all as such. Despite the fact that young people, talking among themselves about the Kirsanov brothers, do not call them anything other than "old men", the author accurately indicates the age of Nikolai Petrovich and Pavel Petrovich.
As a result, it becomes clear that they do not have such advanced years to write them down as old people, and even more so by modern standards. Father Arkady is brought closer to the new generation by his young wife and infant son, the family, as it were, indicates to the reader that Nikolai Petrovich is in the prime of life. It is he who, to a greater extent, opposes the nihilistic ideas of his son and his friend. Pavel Petrovich hates Bazarov, entering into debates with him, he defends his point of view exclusively in words, but only Nikolai Petrovich does business without unnecessary talk. He does not feel strongly negative emotions towards Eugene, like his brother. Moreover, he respects the opinion of this person, deservedly considering him smart and well-read. Kirsanov is also keenly interested in the scientific chemical experiments of his guest, like a sponge, absorbing everything new and interesting. At the same time, it is Nikolai Petrovich, the only one of all who is engaged in practical activities, who can resist the nihilist, cast doubt on his arguments about the materiality of everything that happens. Kirsanov does not just talk, but tries to change something in the surrounding life, for which he creates a farm, gives part of the land to the peasants. With his seemingly inconspicuous work, he achieves much greater results than all the nihilists put together, standing up for freedom and rejecting ideals for the sake of improving life. Nikolai Petrovich is very worried because of his disagreements with his son.
He is the first to take a step forward and tries to understand the new generation. Sometimes he feels that in some way he lags behind the advanced youth, something is already out of reach for him. However, this realization further spurs Kirsanov to engage in practical activities with triple zeal. Only work allows him to prove to others and to himself that he is still alive and young, that as long as he can benefit his family and the state, it is too early to write him off. With regret, Nikolai Petrovich recalls his delusions of his youth, his disputes with his mother, whom, due to inexperience, he considered behind the times and too old to perceive new trends and views. Now his own son will treat him to “the same pill”.
The conflict that flared up on the first pages subsides in the work as if by itself. After the departure of the nihilist, calm reigns again in the Kirsanov family. Arkady gradually moves away from his friend and falls under the influence of smart and practical Katya. Irritation against Eugene, born in the soul of a young man during the period of friendship with his unwitting mentor. It grows to such an extent that it destroys the entire friendship. Arkady, also not devoid of insight, begins to notice that the words of a friend do not always correspond to his actions. Evgeny's sharp and not always harmless statements about relatives and friends of Kirsanov Jr. cause dissatisfaction.
As a result, Bazarov leaves for his father's estate, where he soon becomes infected and dies. Arkady adopts the experience of his father, becoming closer to him more and more. He likes to engage in economic activities, nihilistic inclinations fade into the background, until they generally remain somewhere far in the past. A young man with a creative nature, who loves music and poetry, realizes the inconsistency of his friend's theory and quickly abandons it.
One of the problems of society, which is relevant at any time, is the conflict between different generations. A striking example of a work of art that reveals this problem is Turgenev's novel "Fathers and Sons".
The key character of the work is Yevgeny Bazarov - a representative of a new generation that preaches a nihilistic ideology. He is presented as a bright adherent of this direction; his friend Arkady Kirsanov, on the contrary, tries to imitate the nihilists, but eventually abandons this philosophy. In the novel, they are opposed by representatives of the older generation: this is the father and uncle of Arkady, who adhere to liberal views, as well as the more conservative parents of Yevgeny.
The main character's worldview is based on the rejection of generally recognized ideals: he does not like to share someone's point of view ("I do not share anyone's opinions; I have my own"); he denies the past (“You cannot bring back the past ...”) and does not tolerate delay (“There is nothing to linger; only fools and wise men linger”). His ideology is aimed at destroying the existing system, since he is extremely dissatisfied with it, but at the same time, Bazarov offers practically nothing in return for the ideals being destroyed.
The Kirsanov brothers, on the contrary, are actively promoting the ideas of preserving the current system. They are also not happy with the current situation, but this is due to the presence of young nihilists, who, in their opinion, talk a lot (“The young people were delighted. Indeed, before they were just blockheads, and now they have suddenly become nihilists”). So, Nikolai Petrovich does not give up on himself after the death of his wife, but continues to seek his happiness in love for Fenechka.
The main character's parents are presented as calmer and more conservative people, their worldview is more connected with religion. Their images are closely connected both with the common people (superstition, simplicity) and with the upper class (medical education from Vasily Ivanovich, serf souls in the possession of Arina Vlasyevna).
In the novel, Turgenev pays special attention to contrasts: they are manifested not only in the opposition of the ideas of Bazarov, the younger and the older generation, but also in the descriptions of the characters themselves. So, the tall and gloomy Yevgeny argues with the short, cheerful Nikolai Petrovich; the basis of the description of Bazarov is his inner world, Kirsanovs is his appearance. There is also a contrast within the nihilists themselves: Anna Odintsova, whom Evgeny falls in love with, rejects him and love in general, while Arkady Kirsanov rejects nihilism itself due to his innocence and love of poetry.
At the same time, it is impossible not to note the similarities between the characters. Bazarov and the Kirsanov brothers are ardent defenders of their ideas (although in the end Odintsova turns out to be the main defender of nihilism). The Bazarov family, despite the obvious differences in approaches to life, builds relationships on love, which is confirmed by Evgeny himself.
The final images of all the characters, except for Bazarov, turn out to be clearly marked: they either retreat from their previous ideas (Arkady), or continue to bend their line (the older Kirsanovs, Odintsova). Bazarov, on the contrary, is captured by his philosophy: he denies love, but at the same time he is not able to resist his feelings for Odintsova. It is symbolic that the protagonist is the only one who dies in the work: only he alone could not find his place in society due to internal contradictions.
The conflict between fathers and children in Turgenev's novel of the same name ends with the victory of the ideology of the older generation. Nevertheless, it is in such a struggle of interests that a person as a person is formed, since it is not always important to be absolutely right in a dispute - it is important to be able to listen to others and, if necessary, use someone else's experience.
The book "Fathers and Sons" was written in the sixties of the nineteenth century. This is a story about unhappy love, new beliefs and the eternal problem of understanding between different generations. It is the latter theme that is presented in the novel from various points of view.
The basis of disagreement in the novel
The theme of mutual understanding between parents and children is eternal. The Russian classic revealed it especially well. The conflict of generations in the novel “Fathers and Sons” is a difference in views on the political, cultural and social situation in Russia in the second half of the 19th century. It was 1860 that became a turning point in the history of the empire. Constant uprisings of disaffected peasants forced the government to abolish serfdom. This divided people into two camps.
In the first were representatives of the old world, the nobles and the rich. The second part - supporters of a new, free era, where people were valued and respected. Yevgeny Bazarov, the hero of the novel "Fathers and Sons", belonged to those who wanted a revolution. He is a nihilist, which means he does not recognize authorities and laughs at generally accepted values. His ideas are shared by Arkady and his beloved Anna. But at the same time, he becomes an enemy for a close friend and for his parents.
clash of eyes
The conflict acquires the greatest development due to the stubbornness and misunderstanding of two representatives of different generations and eras. This is a meeting of the convictions of the revolutionary democrat and the liberal nobleman Pavel Petrovich Kirsanov. The first is trying to work for the good of society. The second is more concerned with his own benefit. Nevertheless, both of them are energetic and confidently defend their beliefs. In general, they are varied.
They concern religion, philosophy and even poetry. The characteristic of the novel "Fathers and Sons" is a brief description of the events that actually took place in Russia in the 1860s. Conversations and - these are the conversations of people of those critical years for society.
Differences in the Kirsanov family
It is also important to consider the relationship between Arkady and Nikolai Petrovich. These two, father and son, are also representatives of different generations. Arkady is the best friend of Yevgeny Bazarov and part-time his obedient student. He seeks to know nihilism and plunge into the theory of democracy as much as possible.
His father is an avid liberal who is shy about his association with the common people. In particular, he is ashamed of his love for a young woman named Fanechka. The first conflict of generations in the novel "Fathers and Sons" occurs between the father and Arkady. But the love that they cherish in themselves for each other is stronger than the misunderstanding about the views on society.
Kinship that is stronger than conviction
So, over time, Arkady abandons his theory and stops trying to join the creation of a new world. Nikolai Petrovich is not far behind. At the end of the novel, he marries the commoner Fanechka. And Arkady chooses the modest and quiet Catherine as his wife. Their conflict is resolved.
The characteristic of the novel "Fathers and Sons" is an analysis of the then society. Turgenev shows that Bazarov's thoughts did not take root, the conflict that arose in this family hesitated, never reaching a logical solution. But at the end of the book, during the double wedding of father and son, the author makes a slight accent and says that neither looks happy.
Author and parents of Bazarov
Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev does not hide his attitude towards the older generation and instills love for this reader. His tender feelings of gratitude and respect can be seen in the description of Lovely, charming spouses from the first lines we like the warmth and friendliness that emanates from them.
The conflict of generations in the novel "Fathers and Sons" could not have been so vivid if the author had not so clearly revealed the images of old people to the reader. So, he introduces us to Arina Vlasyevna and Vasily Ivanovich. Mother is a sweet old woman, she equally believes in God and popular superstitions. She is the embodiment of hospitality, peace and kindness. Father, a respectable man who rightly earned the respect of his acquaintances. He is sincere, cordial and even tries to join the new ideas of the generation.
The only son is the greatest joy in their lives. Knowing about his difficult character, parents try to indulge him as much as possible. Walk around him on tiptoe and show only part of the feeling for the beloved child. Yevgeny Bazarov, the protagonist of the novel "Fathers and Sons", is revealed to us from the other side in his own home.
The role of Bazarov's whole life
An unapproachable heart is not so unapproachable. From the first lines of the novel, the reader observes how Eugene treats the older generation with disdain. Corrosive, pompous, narcissistic, he refuses any other people's thoughts. His arrogance and coldness are repulsive. He is inhuman and indifferent to old age.
But as soon as he is in his parents' house, much of his contempt disappears. The main theme of the novel "Fathers and Sons", the difference between generations, is clearly expressed precisely in the relationship between Eugene and his parents. Changing the environment changes Bazarov's way of thinking. It becomes softer, more tolerant, more tender. Despite the fact that he rarely visits his homeland, he passionately loves his loved ones, although he diligently hides this behind a mask of absent-mindedness. His main problem is that he never learned to express feelings, especially when it comes to bright, positive emotions. It was with such a wall of inability and misunderstanding that parents faced.
Conflict of views
In his work, Turgenev revealed a simple and painful truth - the difference between generations. Bazarov's old-fashioned parents only worsen, although not on purpose, relations with their son. All the images of the novel "Fathers and Sons" are very strong personalities, and for them to break their own views in favor of others is an unacceptable thing.
A young man does not share his philosophy with his parents, representatives of another generation. They are pious, and he is an atheist, they are people of the first half of the century, he is the second. And parents, knowing about the isolation of their son, do not try to get into his world of new principles. So, both the first and second rejoice at that small share of intimacy that exists.
Perhaps if Eugene's life path had been longer, he himself had become a father, then over the years he would have understood what was not revealed to him - a young dreamer. And then the conflict of generations in the novel "Fathers and Sons" could find a logical solution. But the author decided to correct the situation in the fate of his readers through the grief of the characters.
A world that has not grown up to the views of Bazarov
The events in the novel take place from May 1859 to the winter of 1860. These are significant years for the history of Russia. It was then that new ideals were born. And the first who began to distribute them was Evgeny Bazarov. But the world was not ready for his beliefs, so the only thing left for the lonely hero was to give up his attempts to change the country. But fate chose a different path for him.
Death put an end to suffering on earth, where no one understood him. Together with the death of Bazarov, all the conflicts that the author created in the work were resolved. The story of the novel "Fathers and Sons" is the story of a rootless man. He was forgotten by friends, supporters and loved ones. And only the elderly parents continued to mourn their only joy.
The problem of "fathers and sons" arises in all spheres of human life: in the family, in the work team, in society. This issue will be resolved if the older generation will be more tolerant of the younger, somewhere, perhaps, agreeing with him, and the "children" at the same time will show more respect.
