Irina Ratushinskaya
Russian Poet and Author of 'Gray is the Color'
Born
March 4th, 1954
71 years ago
Died
2017
8 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Russia
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Born in 1954, a Russian poet and author gained recognition for literary works that reflected the struggles and resilience in the face of oppression. Imprisoned in the 1980s for her dissident views, her experiences in a Soviet labor camp formed the basis for her writing. 'Gray is the Color' became a significant work, shedding light on the plight of political prisoners. After her release, she continued to write and advocate for human rights, contributing to international awareness of freedom of expression. Ratushinskaya's poetry is characterized by its emotional depth and themes of hope and defiance against injustice.
Published 'Gray is the Color'
Imprisoned for dissent in the 1980s
Advocated for human rights post-release
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