Based on rich historical material, the book tells about the life of the great Russian poet A. S. Pushkin, whose work marked an era in the development of Russian literature. The author thoroughly characterizes the poet’s personality and inner world. The political, social, and cultural life of the time Pushkin lived and worked in is presented in depth—his circle: family, friends, and fellow comrades in the literary struggle.
Special attention is given to Pushkin’s connections with the revolutionary movement of his era, with the advanced literary movement of the time.
In the book, Pushkin’s life and personality appear in a two-way relationship with the epoch. Shaped by his time and closely tied to it, they, in turn, actively influence the historical development of Russia.
Written by a well-known Soviet scholar, the biography of Pushkin will be of interest to high school students, but also to everyone who loves literature.