Through the intricate web of Russian literature, we set out on a unforgettable pilgrimage that illuminates the enduring vestiges of empire. From the ostentatious narratives of Nobel Prizes in Literature 19th-century authors to the gritty portrayals of the Soviet era, Russian literature offers a uncompromising outlook on the impact of imperial rule.… Read More

The Soviet era cast a long shadow/veil/spectre over Russian literature. Writers found themselves navigating/trembling within/oscillating between the rigid confines of state ideology and the enduring yearnings/desires/aspirations of the human soul. Censorship/Suppression/The iron fist was a constant companion/threat/reality, forcing many to express … Read More