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"Knock, Knock, Knock" is a lesser-known work by the acclaimed Russian author Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev, known for his deep insights into human nature and societal dynamics. This narrative centers around the themes of love, existential reflection, and the complexities of personal relationships within the backdrop of 19th-century Russia. Turgenev’s lyrical prose and keen psychological exploration invite readers to delve into the characters’ motivations and emotions, making it a poignant examination of life’s enduring questions.

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great strictness of her parents----" "Very good, very good," I interrupted him, handed him the comb and dismissed him. "So that was the 'Ilyusha,'" I thought, and I sank into philosophic reflections which I will not, however, intrude upon you as I don't want to prevent anyone from believing in fate, predestination and such like. When I was back in Petersburg I made inquiries about Masha. I even discovered the doctor who had treated her. To my amazement I heard from him that she had died not through poisoning but of cholera! I told him what I had heard from Tyeglev. "Eh! Eh!" cried the doctor all at once. "Is that Tyeglev an artillery officer, a man of middle height and with a stoop, speaks with a lisp?" "Yes." "Well, I thought so. That gentleman came to me--I had never seen him before--and began insisting that the girl had poisoned herself. 'It was cholera,' I told him. 'Poison,' he said. 'It was cholera, I tell you,' I said. 'No, it was poison,' he declared. I saw that the fellow was a sort of lunatic, with a broad base to his head--a sign of obstinacy, he would not give over easily.... Well, it doesn't matter, I thought, the patient is dead.... 'Very well,' I said, 'she poisoned herself if you prefer it.' He thanked me, even shook hands with me--and departed." I told the doctor how the officer had shot himself the same day. The doctor did not turn a hair--and only observed that there were all sorts of queer fellows in the world. "There are indeed," I assented. Yes, someone has said truly of suicides: until they carry out their design, no one believes them; and when they do, no one regrets them. Baden, 1870.
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Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev

Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev (1818–1883) was a prominent Russian novelist, playwright, and poet, best known for his profound exploration of social and philosophical themes in 19th-century Russia. His notable works include the novel "Fathers and Sons," which delves into the generational conflict between the liberal intelligentsia and the nihilistic youth of his time. Turgenev's writing is characterized by its elegant prose, deep psychological insight, and compassion for the human condition. He was a key figure in the literary landscape of his era, praised for his ability to depict the complexities of Russian society and its evolving dynamics. His influence extended beyond literature, impacting both Russian cultural identity and the broader European literary canon. more…

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