Superfluous man
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title:
Superfluous man
text:
The superfluous man is an 1840s and 1850s Russian literary concept derived from the Byronic hero. It refers to a man, perhaps talented and capable, who does not fit into social norms. In most cases, this person is born into wealth and privilege. Typical characteristics are disregard for social values, cynicism, and existential boredom; typical behaviors are gambling, drinking, romantic intrigues and duels. He is often unmindful, indifferent or unempathetic with society's issues and can carelessl
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Stock character in mid-19th century Russian literature
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superfluous_man
date created:
2005-05-28T21:22:05Z
date modified:
2024-09-08T23:46:18Z
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