" Evgeniĭ Onegin"

This edition of Alexander Pushkin’s verse novel Eugene Onegin was compiled and annotated by Sergei Aleksandrovich Fomichev, a preeminent Pushkin scholar and long-time researcher at the Pushkin House in Saint Petersburg. Published in 2005 by Russkii Put, this volume represents the culmination of Fomichev’s lifelong study of the text, aiming to provide a definitive, scholarly reading experience that bridges the gap between literary critique and accessible historical context.

The design and editorial focus of this edition reflect the rigorous academic standards of Fomichev, who sought to contextualize Pushkin’s masterpiece within the cultural zeitgeist of the early 19th century. By prioritizing scholarly accuracy and detailed commentary, the book has been well-regarded within academic circles and among serious collectors of Russian literature, serving as a reliable reference point for understanding the complex layers of language and social satire inherent in the original work.