In May 1877, contralto E.A. Lavrovskaya suggested that Tchaikovsky should compose an opera based on Pushkin’s novel in verse, Eugene Onegin. Pushkin’s novel had been a huge success in Russia in 1833. It was considered by many to be a treasure of Russia’s literary heritage, and because of this Tchaikovsky was originally appalled at the idea of writing an opera on this story. After spending much time considering this topic, Tchaikovsky became consumed with the story. He was especially enamored with the character Tatiana, so much so that he originally wanted to name his opera after her but was
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