Russian literature is a massive, multi-century journey from medieval monks to modern-day experimentalists.
Neoclassicism and Sentimentalism became dominant as writers tried to create a "modern" Russian prose style. A History of Russian Literature
Mikhail Lomonosov (the polymath who refined the language) and Nikolai Karamzin (who pioneered emotional prose). 3. The Golden Age (19th Century) Russian literature is a massive, multi-century journey from
Under Peter the Great, Russia began rapid Westernization, which heavily influenced literary styles. Russian literature is a massive