A History of Russian Women's Writing 1820-1992

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Focusing on Russian women's writing, this groundbreaking volume offers a comprehensive history from a feminist viewpoint, spanning from 1820 to 1992. It features a detailed analysis of significant periods and highlights both renowned authors like Akhmatova and Tsevtaeva and lesser-known figures such as Elena Gan and Nadezhda Teffi. By utilizing rare literary sources, Catriona Kelly recontextualizes these writers, providing fresh insights into their contributions. The text includes extensive quotations in Russian with English translations, enriching the reader's understanding.