Aleksey Konstantinovich Tolstoy
Russian poet and playwright
Russian poet and playwright
Artists & Creatives
Russia
Aleksey Konstantinovich Tolstoy contributed significantly to Russian literature as a poet, author, and playwright. His works encompassed a range of genres, including poetry, novels, and plays. Tolstoy's notable works include the narrative poem 'The Devil' and the historical novel 'Prince Serebryany' which reflected themes of Russian folklore and history. His literary style combined romanticism with realism, allowing for deep explorations of character and emotion. Tolstoy was also a member of the Imperial Academy of Arts and participated actively in the literary community of his time.
Wrote the narrative poem 'The Devil'
Authored the historical novel 'Prince Serebryany'
Contributed to the genre of Russian drama
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