Ellison, Herbert J. History of Russia, Holt, Rinehart, and Winston, 1964, pp. 134-218.
This book chronicles Russia's history. The particular pages noted cover the years 1801 through 1881, roughly encompassing the period of Turgenev's life.
Freeborn, Richard. Turgenev: The Novelist's Novelist: A Study, Oxford University Press, 1960, pp. xi-36.
While this book focuses upon Turgenev as a novelist, its beginning chapters provide an introduction to his guiding philosophies, political leanings, and development as a writer.
Garnett, Edward. Turgenev, Kennikat Press, 1966, pp. v-34.
This work presents a discussion of Turgenev's childhood, family life, and his early works as well.....
