Nikolai Gogol
Ukrainian-Russian novelist and playwright
Born
1809
216 years ago
Died
March 4th, 1852
173 years ago — 43 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Ukraine
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A prominent figure in Russian literature, this individual contributed significantly through short stories, novels, and plays. Major works include 'Dead Souls,' which satirizes social issues, and the play 'The Government Inspector,' a critique of bureaucracy. Early life in Ukraine greatly influenced artistic output, blending folk traditions with a keen social observation. Engaged with themes of identity and the absurd, the literary style evolved from romanticism towards realism. Later influences shaped the works of many writers in the 19th century and beyond.
Wrote the novel 'Dead Souls'
Authored the play 'The Government Inspector'
Produced notable short stories like 'The Overcoat'
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