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My favorite classics are the Russian ones by Fyodor Dostoeyevsky (Crime and Punishment) and Ivan Turgenev (Fathers and Sons). In Russian writers I find cutting-ironic humor that comes with experiencing immense suffering. Also, these Russian giants always have an undertone of humility. Their works have passion and empathy for human beings of all classes which I find lacking in many European and American writers. I wish I can indulge myself more here today, but I can't. I will certainly be back though. I have enjoyed all your postings.