Ippolit Bogdanovich
Russian poet and academic
Born
1743
282 years ago
Died
January 18th, 1803
222 years ago — 60 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Russia
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Contributed significantly to Russian literature as a poet and academic. Became known for blending classical themes with Russian cultural elements in poetry. Engaged in educational efforts, promoting poetry and literary criticism in academic circles. His works often reflected the influence of Western literature while maintaining a distinct Russian identity.
Authored the poetry collection 'The Gleaner'
Influenced the development of Russian poetic forms
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