Alexander Pushkin is celebrated as the foundational figure of modern Russian literature and its most exceptional poet. Born into the Russian nobility with a diverse heritage that included African ancestry, he rose to prominence during the Romantic era through his versatile mastery of poetry, drama, and prose. Despite facing political exile and strict government oversight for his social activism and radical writings, he produced legendary works like Eugene Onegin and Boris Godunov. His life was tragically cut short at the age of 37 following a fatal duel sparked by rumors surrounding his wife. Pushkin’s enduring legacy persists through his immense influence on the Russian language, world-renowned musical adaptations of his stories, and numerous international monuments dedicated to his memory.
