Boris Pasternak was a Russian writer and one of the foremost poets of the 20th century. His work is characterized by profound lyricism and an exploration of complex human emotions amidst turbulent times. Through his unique poetic diction and insightful perspective on the world, he captured the essence of the Russian soul and its struggle with historical upheaval. His writing resonates with readers for its sincerity and artistic power.
This modern classic by Boris Pasternak follows the events of the Russian Revolution and of life in the young Soviet Union up to about 1939. The story is a personal account, illustrated mostly by the effects of the Revolution on the main character in the novel, Yury Zhivago. We follow the changes in Zhivago's life, and the lives of those whom he comes in contact. So it is more than a historical report - it is a very human novel.
Имя Бориса Пастернака давно перестало быть именем только поэта. Он стал совестью и творческой силой своего поколения. Творчество Б.Л.Пастернака – это постижение гармонии мира.