Prologue: A Novel for the Beginning of the 1860s (Studies in Russian Literature and Theory)

Prologue by Nikolai Chernyshevsky is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that delves into the political and social landscape of Russia in the 19th century.

Set in Petersburg in 1857, just before the great reforms that would include the emancipation of serfs, this book explores the author's hostility towards Russian liberals and their half-hearted attempts to alleviate the sufferings of peasants.

The novel also sheds light on the obstacles faced by women in their social and personal development during the Victorian era.

With a new translation available for the first time, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian history and politics.