Nikolay Nekrasov

Russian poet and literary critic

Nikolay Nekrasov - Russian poet and literary critic
Born

December 10th, 1821
203 years ago

Died

January 8th, 1878
147 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Russia

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Associated with the Russian literary movement in the 19th century, contributed significantly to poetry and literary criticism. Focused on themes of social issues and the plight of the peasantry. Worked on periodicals to promote literature and engage with the cultural landscape. His poetry often reflected the struggles and hardships of the Russian people while exploring philosophical themes.

Published the poem 'Who is Happy in Russia?'

Edited the literary magazine 'Sovremennik'

Contributed to the development of Russian realism

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