Vasily Trediakovsky
Russian poet and playwright
Russian poet and playwright
Born in 1703, contributed significantly to Russian literature and poetry. Established a connection between Russian and Western literary traditions. Authored poetry and plays that influenced subsequent generations of writers. Promoted the use of the Russian language in literature alongside classical forms and themes. Engaged in translating works from various European languages, which expanded the literary repertoire in Russia.
Pioneered modern Russian poetic forms
Translated European literary works into Russian
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