Years of Childhood (1916)

Years of Childhood is an autobiographical novel written by the Russian writer Serge Aksakov and published in 1916. The book is a vivid and detailed account of the author's childhood in the early 19th century, growing up in a wealthy and aristocratic family in Russia. Aksakov describes in great detail the customs, traditions, and daily life of the Russian gentry, as well as the relationships between family members, friends, and servants. He also provides insights into the education system of the time, including his own experiences at home and at school. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Aksakov's childhood up to the age of ten, and the second part covering his teenage years. Throughout the book, Aksakov reflects on his own experiences and emotions, offering a personal and intimate perspective on his life and the world around him. Years of Childhood is considered a classic of Russian literature and is praised for its vivid and detailed portrayal of life in 19th century Russia. It is also valued for its insights into the social and cultural history of the time, as well as for its literary style and language.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.