Hunter's Notes

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Publish Date: 2002-05-01
Features: The Hunter's Notes is a collection of sketches with a unique form. The works are written in a prose-like style, resembling novels. The book is written in the first person. Through the various scenes encountered by "I" while hunting in different places, it reflects the social life of Russia at the time. It describes kind farmers, oppressed serfs, down-and-out small landowners, and also the ruthless noble lords. The author expresses his hatred and criticism for serfdom in the book, pointing out that it is serfdom that has plunged the vast majority of serfs and peasants into a miserable life. The author shows deep sympathy for the peasants and serfs while also mercilessly mocking and scourging the arrogant and selfish noble landowners.