The Laws of the Classics. Ten Works That Changed Russian Literature

A guide to the most important works of Russian literature that set the direction for the development of all Russian literary expression. Together with the author, step by step you will explore the background of a work’s creation, its composition and plot, the main characters and key conflicts, how past readers and critics perceived it—but most importantly, the relevance of the text and the themes raised in it today. After listening, you’ll understand why these works became classics and entered the school curriculum, and you’ll be able to navigate the history of Russian literature—its styles, important names, dates, and works.