In which I discuss the classic Russian novel, Fathers & Sons by Ivan Turgenev. The book is focused on paternal relationships and the ways in which they are affected by rapidly evolving social conditions such as those experienced by the 19th c. Russian youth. I also get into nihilism: its causes and its characteristics, and the way in which the book portrays Bazarov, who exists on the cutting edge of modernity.

Apologies for the long delays between episodes this month. I’ve just had some stuff going on. This month’s full episode on Frankenstein will possibly be delayed for a few days, or even up to a week due to some complications, and also due to the upcoming release of my own novel, Only in Dreams, which is taking up a good deal of my energy at the moment.

Hope you enjoy!

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