Mikhail Lermontov Questions and Answers
Mikhail Lermontov
What events led to Heyele accepting the offer in "The Fatalist"?
The events leading to Heyele accepting Benjamin's offer begin with his declaration that their love is destined. Despite her initial rebuke and engagement to another man, a postponed marriage and a...
Mikhail Lermontov
What is the summary of "The Fatalist"?
"The Fatalist," part of Mikhail Lermontov’s A Hero of Our Time, follows Pechorin, a Hebrew teacher, who learns about Benjamin Fatalist. Benjamin, a firm believer in fate, falls for Heyele, who mocks...
Mikhail Lermontov
What is the summary of Lermontov's poem "The Sail"?
Lermontov's poem "The Sail" describes a solitary sailboat on a foggy sea, questioning its purpose and what it seeks. As the weather worsens, it becomes clear the ship seeks turmoil rather than...
Mikhail Lermontov
Summarize Mikhail Lermontov's poem "Meditation".
Mikhail Lermontov's poem "Meditation" critiques a generation for inheriting the errors and tardiness of their predecessors. The speaker views them as shallow, lacking lofty aspirations or noble...