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This first major critical biography of Vladimir Nabokov, one of the greatest of twentiethcentury writers, finally allows us full access to the dramatic details of his life and the depths of his art. An intensely private man, Nabokov was uprooted first by the Russian Revolution and then by World War II. Transformed into a permanent wanderer, he did not achieve fame until late in life, with the success of Lolita. In this first of two volumes, Brian Boyd vividly describes the liberal milieu of the aristocratic Nabokovs, their escape from Russia, Nabokov's education at Cambridge, and the murder of his father in Berlin. Boyd then turns to the years that Nabokov spent, impoverished, in Germany and France, until the coming of Hitler forced him to flee, with wife and son, to the United States. This volume stands on its own as a fascinating exploration of Nabokov's Russian years and Russian worlds, prerevolutionary and migr.In the course of his ten years' work on the biography, Boyd traveled along Nabokov's trail everywhere from Yalta to Palo Alto. The only scholar to have had free access to the Nabokov archives in Montreux and the Library of Congress, he also interviewed at length Nabokov's family and scores of his friends and associates.For the general reader, Boyd offers an introduction to Nabokov the man, his works, and his world. For the specialist, he provides a basis for all future research on Nabokov's life and art, as he dates and describes the composition of all Nabokov's works, published and unpublished.Boyd investigates Nabokov's relation to and his independence from his time, examines the special structures of his mind and thought, and explains the relations between his philosophy and his innovations of literary strategy and style. At the same time he provides succinct introductions to all the fiction, dramas, memoirs, and major verse; presents detailed analyses of the major books that break new ground for the scholar, while providing easy paths into the works for other readers; and shows the relationship between Nabokov's life and the themes and subjects of his art.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Vladimir Nabokov: The Russian Years'? A: This biography primarily explores the life and artistic development of Vladimir Nabokov during his formative years in Russia, detailing his experiences from the Russian Revolution to his eventual emigration.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The book is authored by Brian Boyd, a notable Nabokov scholar who had access to exclusive archives and conducted extensive interviews.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book consists of 619 pages, providing an in-depth analysis of Nabokov's early life and works.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Vladimir Nabokov: The Russian Years' published? A: This biography was published on January 11, 1993.
- Q: Is the book suitable for general readers? A: Yes, the biography is written for both general readers and specialists, offering insights into Nabokov's life and literary contributions.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of Nabokov's background, his philosophical ideas, and the relationship between his life experiences and literary themes.
- Q: Does this biography include personal anecdotes about Nabokov? A: Yes, Brian Boyd includes personal anecdotes and insights from Nabokov's family and friends, enriching the narrative.
- Q: Is this book a standalone volume? A: Yes, this volume stands alone while being part of a two-volume biography series, focusing specifically on Nabokov's Russian years.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The book is classified as a used book in good condition, suitable for readers looking for affordable options.