Boris Pasternak

Boris Pasternak was a Russian poet and novelist, best known for his epic novel "Doctor Zhivago," which explores themes of love, suffering, and the impact of the Russian Revolution. Born in 1890, he was part of the Russian literary elite and initially focused on poetry. His writings often reflect the tumultuous social and political landscape of his time. In 1958, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, but he declined to accept it under pressure from the Soviet government. Pasternak's work remains significant for its artistic depth and humanistic concerns, illustrating the struggles of individuals against historical forces.