A journey through Russian literature is a fascinating experience, shifting the reader from the gilded cages of Imperial Russia to the brutal realities of Soviet life. Beginning with the sophisticated verse of Alexander Pushkin, we witness a world of balls, love affairs, and powerful passions. As we move forward, we encounter the works of Dostoevsky

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