A brief retelling of the "Fathers and Sons" by chapters: a description of events, characterization of the characters. The novel by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev

In February 1862, the first publication of the novel "Fathers and Sons" by Turgenev took place. We bring to your attention his brief retelling. "Fathers and children" by chapters will be examined by us from the point of view of the main events. In addition, in the article you will find the characterization of the characters. First we suggest you read a brief retelling. "Fathers and children," according to the chapters we outlined, begin with the following events.

Acquaintance with Nikolai Petrovich

Kirsanov Nikolai Petrovich - a landowner, apparently no longer young. He is about 40 years old. On May 20, 1859, he awaited the arrival of Arkady, his son, who had just completed his studies at the university. Nikolai Petrovich is waiting for him at the inn.

Kirsanov was the son of a general, but the military career assigned to him did not take place. The fact is that this hero broke his leg, being still a young man. For the rest of his life he remained "limp". Kirsanov Nikolai Petrovich married early. His wife was the daughter of an ignorant official. In marriage, the landowner was happy. However, to the great sorrow of Nikolai Petrovich, in 1847 his wife died. After that, he devoted all his time and energy to raising his son. He lived with him even in Petersburg and tried to make friends with students, comrades of Arkady. Recently, Kirsanov was actively engaged in the transformation of the estate.

Arkady brings his friend to the estate

Finally, there is a meeting between Nikolai Petrovich and Arkady in the work, whose author is Turgenev (Fathers and Sons). However, Arkady arrives not alone. Together with him, a self-confident, tall and ugly young man. This is a beginning doctor who agreed to stay with the Kirsanovs for a while. His name is Bazarov Eugene Vasilyevich.

First, the conversation between father and son is not glued (chapter 5). Nikolay Kirsanov is embarrassed by Fenechka. This girl he keeps with him and has a child from her. His son tries to smooth an awkward condescending tone, which slightly distorts Kirsanov.

Pavel Petrovich is waiting for them at home. This is the elder brother of Nikolai Petrovich. Between him and Bazarov, a mutual antipathy immediately arises. But the servants and courtyard boys willingly obey the guest, although he does not intend to seek their location.

A verbal skirmish between Pavel Petrovich and Bazarov

Between Pavel Petrovich and Bazarov, the next day, there is a verbal skirmish (Chapter 6). The initiator of the clash is precisely Kirsanov. Yevgeny Vasilyevich does not intend to polemize with him, but nevertheless expresses his opinion on the basic issues of his convictions. In his view, people are striving for the goal, because they experience "sensations" and want to achieve "good". Eugene Bazarov is convinced that chemistry is much more important than art. As for science, the most important thing in it is the practical result. Bazarov is even proud of the fact that he has no artistic taste. He believes that there is no need to study the psychology of an individual person. In order to judge the whole human race, one copy is enough. Bazarov ruthlessly denies any "regulations" in everyday life. He has a high opinion of his abilities, but his generation, Yevgeny Vasilievich, does not at all play a constructive role. He says that you first need to "clear the place."

The story of Pavel Petrovich's youth

The "nihilism" advocated by Bazarov and Arkady, imitating him, seems to Pavel Petrovich an unreasonable and daring doctrine that exists "in the void." The tension that arises between the guest and his father's brother is trying to smooth Arkady. For this, he tells his friend the story of Kirsanov Pavel Petrovich's life (Chapter 7). This man in his youth was a promising and brilliant officer. He liked women very much. One day Pavel Petrovich met Princess R., a secular lioness. The passion for this woman changed Kirsanov's whole life. When their romance ended, Pavel Petrovich felt completely devastated. He keeps from his past life only the refinement of manners and costumes, as well as love for everything English.

The new attack of Pavel Petrovich, the position of Nikolai Kirsanov

Behavior and views of Bazarov are very irritating to Pavel Petrovich. He starts to attack Yevgeny Vasilyevich again. However, that indulgent and quite easily breaks all of Kirsanov's arguments aimed at protecting existing traditions. Nikolai Petrovich tries to mitigate the dispute, but he can not fully agree with Bazarov's radical views. Nevertheless, Nikolai Kirsanov convinces himself that he and his brother are behind the times.

Meeting Arkady and Eugene with Sitnikov and Kukshina

Arkady and Bazarov go to one provincial city (12 chapters). Here they meet with Sitnikov, the offspring of the farmer, who considers himself a "disciple" of Yevgeny Vasilyevich. Sitnikov introduces them to Kukshina, an "emancipated" lady. Both of them consider themselves "progressists", rejecting all authorities. Sitnikov and Kukshin, following the fashion, tend to show "freethinking." Both of them do not know how and do not know anything, but Bazarov and Arkady are left behind in "nihilism". Yevgeny Vasilyevich frankly despises Sitnikova, and on a visit to Kukshina, she is mainly engaged in champagne.

Evgeniy's acquaintance with Odintsov

Turgenev (Fathers and Sons) then tells us about how Arkady introduces his friend to Odintsov (Chapter 14). This rich, beautiful and young widow. She immediately becomes interested in Eugene Vassilievich. Interest in this woman he is not platonic. As for her, he cynically declares to Arkady Kirsanov that "there is a life ...".

Kirsanov believes that he is in love with the widow. However, this feeling Arkady faked. But between Eugene Vasilevich and Odintsov mutual gravitation is established. The widow invites friends to stay with her for a while.

Friends are visiting with Odintsova

Guests in the house of this woman (her name is Anna Sergeyevna) get acquainted with Katya, her younger sister. The girl is holding it tight. Eugene Bazarov also feels uneasy. He "looks angrily" and starts to get annoyed at a visit to Odintsova. Tormented and Arkady ("Fathers and Children"). He finds solace by communicating with Katya.

The feeling that Anna Sergeyevna inspired Bazarov turns out to be new for him. This man, who despised any manifestations of "romanticism", suddenly understands for himself that it hides a "romanticist". Evgeny is explained with Odintsov (chapter 18). She does not immediately break out of his embrace. After reflection, he takes on the fatal decision of Odintsov. "Fathers and children" would have continued completely different events if she had accepted Bazarov's love. However, Odintsova decides that "tranquility" is the most precious for her.

Departure of Bazarov, life with parents

Bazarov, not wanting to become a slave of passion, leaves for his father. He lives nearby and works as a district doctor. Odintsov does not want to keep Eugene. Bazarov on the road reflects on what happened. He says that all this is "nonsense", that allowing a woman to take possession of herself is the worst thing that can happen.

Arriving home, Eugene faced with the fact that his mother and father can not breathe on a beloved son. He is bored in his own home. He leaves his parents in a few days. Bazarov decides to return to the estate of the Kirsanovs.

Return of Eugene to the estate of the Kirsanovs, episode with Fenechka

Here, from boredom and heat, Eugene draws attention to the favorite by Nikolai Petrovich Fenechka (chapter 23). Finding this girl alone, he kisses her hard. Pavel Petrovich becomes an accidental witness of this scene. He is indignant to the depths of his soul by the act of Yevgeny Bazarov. In particular, Pavel Kirsanov is indignant because he finds some similarity between Fenechka and Princess R.

Duel of Pavel Petrovich with Bazarov

Pavel Petrovich, in accordance with his moral convictions, decides to call Evgeny Vasilyevich to a duel (24 chapters). Bazarov, feeling uncomfortable and realizing that he is forced to give up his own principles, agrees. He believes that the duel is theoretically ridiculous, and in practice it is quite another matter.

As a result of the match, Bazarov easily injures Pavel Petrovich and himself gives him first aid. Pavel Kirsanov (Fathers and Sons) is very worthy. Pavel Petrovich even tries to make fun of himself. However, he and Bazarov are embarrassed at the same time. The real reason for the duel from Nikolai Petrovich was decided to be hidden. That in this situation also behaves nobly. He finds an excuse for both opponents.

After the duel Pavel Petrovich, who had previously objected to the wedding of his brother and Fenechka, began to persuade Kirsanov to propose to her.

Development of the love story line of the novel, Bazarov's departure

Love in "Fathers and Sons" is one of the central themes. Let's talk about how this line developed after the duel. Arkady is getting closer to Katya. A mutual understanding is established between them. Katya notes that Yevgeny Bazarov is alien to them, because they are "manual", and he is "predatory".

Yevgeny Vasilyevich, who lost the last hope for Anna Sergeyevna's reciprocity, crosses herself and resolutely parted with Odintsova and Arkady (Chapter 26). Saying good-bye, Bazarov tells his ex-boyfriend that he is a "nice fellow", but "a liberal barich." Kirsanov is disappointed, but soon finds solace in communicating with Katya. He confesses to her in love and is convinced of reciprocity.

Evgeny's life in the parental home, infection and death

Yevgeny Bazarov returns to his parents' home and tries to devote all his time to work to forget about his love for Odintsov. However, after a few days the passion for work is lost. It is replaced by "deaf anxiety" and "melancholy boredom." Eugene Bazarov tries to talk to the peasants, but does not find anything in their heads, except for stupidity. But the peasants treat Yevgeny Vasilievich as "a buffoon peasant".

Bazarov, opening the corpse of a typhoid patient, injures a finger, as a result of which blood is contaminated (Chapter 27). A few days later he tells his father that his days are numbered. Bazarov before his death asks Anna Sergeyevna to come to say goodbye to him. Evgeny reminds a woman of her love and notices that all his proud thoughts, like the feeling for her, have gone to waste. Bazarov notes bitterly that Russia does not need it. She only needs a tailor, a shoemaker, a butcher ...

After Yevgeny Vasilyevich is communicated at the insistence of his parents, the author notes that his "dead face" reflected "a shudder of horror".

Wedding of two couples, the fate of the heroes

6 months pass. In a small village church, there are two pairs of weddings: Kirsanov Nikolai with Fenechka and Arkady with Katya (chapter 28). Everyone is happy, but in this mood there was something artificial, as if everyone agreed to play a "simple-minded comedy."

Arkady eventually becomes the father of the family and hardworking master. After a while, the estate of Kirsanov starts to bring a good income thanks to his efforts. In the family life and management of the estate finds the meaning of life Arkady. "Fathers and children" continue to describe the fate of Nikolai Petrovich. He becomes a world mediator. Nikolay Kirsanov actively works in the public arena, which is very suitable for his nature. Kirsanov Pavel Petrovich moved to Dresden. The author notes that "it's hard for him to live," although he still looks like a gentleman.

Kukshina is in Heidelberg. She lives with students, is fond of architecture. According to her, she discovered in her some new laws. As for Sitnikov, he married the princess. His wife pushes them. In his own opinion, he "continues" the work of Yevgeny Bazarov, working as a publicist in a dark magazine.

Final episode of the work

We now turn to the description of the final scene, which concludes the brief retelling. "Fathers and children" by chapters can not be stated without including in the story this episode from the last, 28th chapter. Although he does not play a big role in the development of the plot, he is very important for understanding the author's intention. It was not for nothing that Turgenev included him in his novel, and we - in a brief retelling ("Fathers and Children"). According to the chapters, the presented plot of the work allows us to fully understand this scene.

Old decrepit old people often come to the grave of Eugene. They cry bitterly and pray to God to rest his soul. Completing the work, the author describes the flowers growing on the grave mound. Ivan Sergeyevich notes that they remind all living people not only of the indifference and tranquility of nature. Flowers tell us about life infinite and about eternal reconciliation. Thus, "Fathers and Sons" is a story with a life-affirming finale.

We suggest now to get acquainted with the heroes of the work. Below is their description.

"Fathers and children": characteristics of the characters

Bazarov Evgeny Vasilievich is a student, nihilist, beginner physician. Bazarov in the novel "Fathers and Sons" - the central character. In his nihilism, he is the tutor of Arcadia. This hero opposes the liberal ideas that the Kirsanov brothers represent in the novel, as well as against the conservative views peculiar to his own parents. Eugene Bazarov - raznochinets, revolutionary democrat. By the end of the work, he falls in love with Odintsov, after which he changes the nihilistic views regarding the love feelings. Passion for Odintsovo becomes a serious test for Bazarov. At the end of the work, he dies as a result of the infection of blood obtained during the autopsy of the corpse.

Kirsanov Nikolai Petrovich - a liberal, a landowner, a widower, father of Arkady. He loves poetry and music. This hero is interested in modern progressive ideas, including new ways of farming. The author notes that at the beginning of the work he is ashamed of his feelings for Fenechka from the common people. However, at the end of the novel, he decides to marry her.

The elder brother of Nicholas is Pavel Petrovich Kirsanov. "Fathers and children" is a work that can not be imagined without this hero. This arrogant and arrogant aristocrat, a retired officer, an ardent supporter of liberalism. He often argues with Eugene Vasilievich about nature, love, science, art, aristocracy. Lonely Pavel Petrovich. "Fathers and children" is a novel in which the author acquaints us and with the years of his youth. In his youth, he experienced a tragic passion for the princess R. Pavel Kirsanov sees in Fenichka the features of his beloved. He feeds on hatred for Bazarov and decides to challenge him to a duel. During the fight, he gets a slight injury.

Bazarov's friend is Arkady Nikolayevich Kirsanov. "Fathers and children" begins with his return to his parents' home after graduating from St. Petersburg University. Under the influence of his friend, this hero becomes a nihilist, but then decides to abandon this worldview.

Bazarov Vasily Ivanovich - father of Eugene. This is a poor army surgeon in retirement. He manages the estate that belongs to his wife. Vasily Ivanovich is moderately enlightened and educated. He understands that because of rural life he was isolated from modern ideas. In general, this hero adheres to conservative views. He loves his son and is rather religious.

Very noteworthy and Arina Vlasyevna in the work "Fathers and children." The content of the chapters of this work, briefly stated above, does not allow us to form a definite idea of it. Therefore, it is especially important to read the description of the mother of Eugene Vasilyevich, who is this woman. She owns the village of Bazarovs. At its disposal are 22 souls of serfs. This woman is devout and very superstitious. In addition, she is sentimental-sensitive and suspicious. Arina Vlasyevna loves Eugene and is very concerned that he renounced the faith.

You should also present a character like Anna Sergeevna Odintsova (Fathers and Sons). This is a rich widow, who visited Arkady and Eugene. She likes Bazarov, but after his recognition, she does not dare to reciprocate.

Lokteva Ekaterina Sergeevna - sister of Odintsova. This is an inconspicuous and quiet girl who likes to play the clavichord. Arkady spends much time in her company, tormented by her love for Anna. However, after a while he realizes that he loves Katya. Catherine at the end of the work becomes the wife of Arcadia.

Fenechka - a simple girl who gave birth to a child from Nikolai Petrovich. She lives in the same house with him. In the final chapter, she becomes the wife of Nikolai Petrovich.

Such are the heroes of the novel "Fathers and Sons" (the author's portrait is presented above). Of course, to understand the nature of each of them it is better to get acquainted with the original of the work. To read it, by the way, is very interesting - all the characters of the novel "Fathers and Sons" have bright and curious characters. And the main theme of the work - the intergenerational relationship - is always relevant. It is not by chance that many in our time like "Fathers and children." The meaning of this novel is deep, and the problems that the author poses are eternal.