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Pnin

Vladimir Nabokov, 2024

Overview

One of Nabokov’s most beloved novels, Pnin introduces a character who is both funny and heart-rending. Professor Timofey Pnin is a disoriented Russian émigré precariously employed at an American college campus in the 1950s. He navigates a series of comic and sad misunderstandings while trying to maintain his dignity. The narrative is shaped by subtle academic conspiracies and a deliberately unreliable narrator. Initially appearing as a comic figure, Pnin gains stature through his interactions with those who mock him, evoking the reader’s protective instinct.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in 1950s American academic settings.
• Fans of Vladimir Nabokov's distinctive narrative style.
• Those who appreciate character-driven stories with elements of both humor and pathos.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 176
• Binding: Hardback
• Publisher: Random House - Penguin
• ISBN: 9780241638422
• Year: 2024