Karolina Pavlova was a Russian poet and translator, presiding over a famous Moscow literary salon. Her work is characterized by a profound exploration of the human psyche and the complexities of personal relationships. Pavlova delved into themes of identity, societal expectations, and the inner life of women. Her poetic style is refined and emotionally resonant.
An unsung classic of nineteenth-century Russian literature, Karolina Pavlova's A Double Life alternates prose and poetry to offer a wry picture of Russian aristocratic society and vivid dreams of escaping its strictures.