Ivan Turgenev's 'A Lear of the Steppes' is a short story inspired by William Shakespeare's King Lear, it takes place in the Russian countryside and follows Kharlov, the main character, as he endures mistreatment from his ungrateful daughters. Their actions lead Kharlov to seek revenge in a way that sets off a tragic chain of events. With vivid storytelling and rich characters, 'A Lear of the Steppes' is a haunting tale of family, betrayal, and the consequences of greed.
