Zhukovsky is considered the foremost Russian poet of which decade?
1820s
1840s
1810s
1830s
Answer
The 1810s marked a golden age in Russian poetry with Vasily Zhukovsky as its leading figure. He played a pivotal role in transforming Russian literature by introducing new genres, styles, and poetic forms influenced by European Romanticism. Zhukovsky's masterful translations of foreign works also enriched the Russian literary landscape, shaping the tastes and techniques of subsequent generations of poets.
Master of Verse: Unveiling the World of Vasily Zhukovsky
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