Contemporary / British English The Russian Revolution -- four young people, Yury, Tonya, Lara and Pasha, find love and lose it in this extraordinary time. Their heart-breaking stories make Dr Zhivago one of the greatest romantic books, and films, of the century.
Pasternak Boris Books
Boris Pasternak was a writer whose early work revealed a profound lyrical gift and a mastery of poetic language. He transitioned from studies in music and philosophy to a dedicated literary career, producing poetry celebrated for its originality and sophisticated style. His verses often explore the depths of human emotion and the beauty of the natural world. Later, Pasternak ventured into more expansive narrative forms, culminating in a celebrated novel that offers an epic portrayal of Russian history and individual destinies.
