Eugene Onegin: (Translated by Henry Spalding)

Set in 18th-century imperialist Russia, the novel follows Eugene Onegin, a disenchanted dandy who inherits a fortune and moves to the countryside. There, he befriends the idealistic poet Vladimir Lensky and meets Tatyana, who falls for him. Eugene's rejection of her love leads to regret and tragedy, highlighting themes of love, social ennui, and the consequences of choices. Celebrated as Alexander Pushkin's masterpiece, this verse novel combines lively narrative with deep emotional insights, making it a classic of Russian literature.