Eugene Onegin, Part 1, no. 225, Part III summary
Part 1, no. 225, Part III of 368 · 1 min to read the part
In III, Tattiana struggles with the effect of an unexpected visit, a brief affectionate glance, and unexplained conduct with Olga at the dance. Her jealousy becomes bodily terror, and she declares that death from him would please her even though he cannot make her happy.
What happens
- Tattiana does not expect his visit, and his brief loving glance affects her deeply.
- His unexplained behavior with Olga at the dance leaves her frightened and jealous.
- She feels an icy grip on her heart and imagines a roaring abyss opening beneath her.
- She speaks of dying, accepts death from him, and declares that he cannot give her happiness.
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What to notice
Tattiana combines acceptance of suffering with a direct admission that this man cannot make her happy.
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What helps provoke Tattiana's jealousy?
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