Alexander Pushkin (6 June 1799– 10 February 1837) was a Russian poet, playwright, and novelist of the Romantic era. He is considered by many to be the greatest Russian poet and the founder of modern Russian literature. Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin was born on June 6, 1799, in Moscow, Russia. He came from a noble family and received a privileged upbringing. Pushkin showed an early talent for writing and began composing poetry at a young age. He was deeply influenced by Russian folklore, history, and European literary traditions.
Famous Alexander Pushkin Quote
“I was not born to amuse the Tsars.” ~ Alexander Pushkin“A deception that elevates us is dearer than a host of low truths.” ~ Alexander Pushkin“Write for pleasure and publish for money.” ~ Alexander Pushkin“As long as there is one heart on Earth where I still live, my memory will not die.” ~ Alexander Pushkin“I want to understand you, I study your obscure language.” ~ Alexander Pushkin“Somewhere between obsession and compulsion is impulse.” ~ Alexander Pushkin“Don’t be sad, don’t be angry, if life deceives you! Submit to your grief – your time for joy will come, believe me.” ~ Alexander Pushkin“Fearing no insult, asking for no crown, receive with indifference both flattery and slander, and do not argue with a fool.” ~ Alexander Pushkin“Fearing no insult, asking for no crown, receive with indifference both flattery and slander, and do not argue with a fool.” ~ Alexander Pushkin
