Nikolai Zabolotsky

Exploring the life and work of Nikolai Zabolotsky, this critical biography delves into his dual legacy as a poet shaped by both the Russian Futurist movement and the Soviet regime. It highlights the complexities of his era, revealing how the avant-garde and the scientific establishment influenced his experimental and classical poetry. This first English-language biography offers a comprehensive look at Zabolotsky's artistic journey and the societal tensions that framed his creative expression.