Alexander Ostrovsky
Russian playwright and translator
Born
April 12th, 1823
202 years ago
Died
June 14th, 1886
139 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Russia
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A noted playwright and translator, he played a pivotal role in the development of Russian drama. His works often focused on the lives of the Russian middle class and societal issues of the time. He wrote more than 40 plays that include significant works such as 'The Storm' and 'The Forest'. In addition to his contributions to theatre, he translated several foreign works into Russian, thereby enhancing the accessibility of international literature for Russian audiences.
Wrote over 40 plays including 'The Storm'
Contributed significantly to Russian drama
Translated many foreign literary works into Russian
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