Eugene Onegin, Part 1, Part XXXVI summary
Part 1, Part XXXVI of 368 · 1 min to read the part
In XXXVI, Demetrius Larine reaches old age and dies just before dinner, leaving his wife, children, and neighbouring families to mourn him. His death closes his marriage, while a marble epitaph records his military rank, religious humility, and peaceful rest.
What happens
- Old age approaches, and death opens the tomb to the husband.
- Demetrius Larine dies just before dinner, and neighbouring families mourn him.
- His children and faithful wife feel deeper sorrow than the other mourners.
- A marble epitaph identifies him as a brigadier and a sinful servant of God.
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What to notice
The inscription gives the dead man's name and rank. It combines an admission of sin with an image of peaceful rest.
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