Eugene Onegin, Part 1, no. 175, Part XXXVIII summary
Part 1, no. 175, Part XXXVIII of 368 · 1 min to read the part
In XXXVIII, one speaker asks about Tattiana and Olga, and the other reports that their family is well and praises Olga’s appearance. The reply turns into a reminder about neglected visits before the speaker remembers that the listener already has an invitation for this week.
What happens
- One speaker asks after Tattiana and Olga.
- The other reports that the family is well, requests wine, and passes on their greetings.
- The replying speaker praises Olga’s shoulders and figure and proposes visiting the family.
- After reminding the listener of two previous visits, the speaker remembers the family’s invitation for this week.
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What to notice
The remembered invitation shifts the conversation from a general duty to visit toward a specific invitation already received.
Quick check
What does the replying speaker remember at the end?
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