A Sportsman's Sketches, Volume II

The collection features a series of short stories that depict the lives and struggles of Russian society through the eyes of an observant narrator. Turgenev's uncommitted perspective allows readers to engage with various characters and their experiences in a realist manner. Initially published individually, the stories gained acclaim, revitalizing Turgenev's writing career. Notably, the work's reception led to the author's house arrest, highlighting its cultural impact during the time.