Osip Mandelstam

Polish-Russian poet and critic

Osip Mandelstam - Polish-Russian poet and critic
Born

1891
134 years ago

Died

December 27th, 1938
86 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Russia

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This individual was a prominent poet and literary critic in 20th century Russia. Active during the Silver Age of Russian poetry, he faced criticism from the Soviet government due to his political views and the content of his work. The poet's collection, 'Stone' (1916), contained some of his most significant poems, exploring themes of suffering, exile, and oppression. In the late 1930s, persecution intensified, leading to arrest and ultimately death in a prison camp. His legacy endures through his poignant poetry and critical essays, influencing future generations of writers and intellectuals.

Published 'Stone' in 1916

Critiqued Soviet literary policies

Arrested for anti-government sentiments

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