Anthologies#
| Title |
Published |
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| Russian Romantic Prose |
1979 |
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Collections#
| Title |
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| The Demon and Other Poems |
1839 |
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Standalone Novels#
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| The Masquerade |
1842 |
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| A Hero of Our Time |
1840 |
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| Two Brothers |
1933 |
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Mikhail Lermontov was a Russian poet and novelist who produced a remarkable body of work before his death in a duel at age 26. His novel “A Hero of Our Time” (1840) is one of the founding texts of Russian prose fiction, and his poetry stands alongside that of Pushkin in the Russian literary canon.
Despite his short life, Lermontov left a lasting mark on Russian literature. His writing explored themes of alienation, fate, and disillusionment that resonated through the work of later Russian novelists. “The Masquerade,” a verse drama, and “The Demon and Other Poems” round out his major works available in English translation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books has Mikhail Lermontov written?
Mikhail Lermontov has written five books across three series.
What was Mikhail Lermontov's first book?
Mikhail Lermontov’s first book is Two Brothers, published in 1933.
What is Mikhail Lermontov's most famous work?
A Hero of Our Time is his most famous work and is considered the first major Russian novel in prose. Published in 1840, it follows the disillusioned officer Pechorin through a series of interconnected stories set in the Caucasus, and it influenced generations of Russian writers.