Eugene Onegin, Part 1, no. 223, Part I summary
Part 1, no. 223, Part I of 368 · 1 min to read the part
In I, Onéguine notices Vladimir’s departure and stands beside Olga, bored again but satisfied with his revenge, while she searches for Lenski and finds the dance unbearably long. Supper and sleeping arrangements bring the gathering to a close, but Eugene leaves to spend the night at home.
What happens
- Onéguine notices Vladimir’s departure and stands beside Olga, feeling both dejected and satisfied with his revenge.
- Olga longs for Lenski and searches for him as the dance seems endless.
- The guests go to supper, and beds are arranged throughout the house.
- Eugene alone leaves to spend the night at home.

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What to notice
Olga’s attention turns toward the absent Lenski rather than Onéguine beside her. Her longing makes the dance feel endless.
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Who leaves to spend the night at home?

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