<div>Before Ivan Goncharov wrote <i>Oblomov</i>, one of the most acclaimed and enduring classics of Russian literature, there was <i>An Ordinary Story</i>, his debut, which was immediately hailed by critics upon its publication in 1847. <i>An Ordinary Story</i> describes the coming of age of Alexander Aduyev, a romantic young man from the provinces who moves to Petersburg in search of love and a career. Psychologically acute in its delineation of Aduyev’s relationship with his successful and unsentimental mentor uncle, this is a work of complexity and great charm. Featuring a stage adaptation, this edition of <i>An Ordinary Story</i> will enhance Goncharov’s reputation as one of the legends of Russian literary history.</div>