Rudin

Rudin’s character feels like a critique of certain 19th-century ideals—I'm curious what inspired the author to embody these traits in this way.

His stubbornness and idealism made me root for him but also made me uneasy—am I the only one who found his rigidity both admirable and annoying?

The subtle, understated prose feels so deliberate—what do you think led to this choice, and how does it impact the story’s emotional depth?