Alexander Blok's poems are known all over the world. His works are filled with deep meaning and symbolism. Many of us do not even suspect that the famous poem "The Twelve" appeared thanks to the talent of A. Blok. Living at the turn of two centuries, he became a symbol of that time, not leaving the country after the revolution.
Alexander Blok, who worked at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, managed to go down in history as the greatest poet and playwright. He is considered to be one of the brightest representatives of Russian Symbolism. This direction had a serious impact on the further development of not only Russian, but also world literature. His poems are known all over the world, and the fate of the poet is certainly associated with Russia, her soul.
First verse. First collection
Blok's first poems were born at the age of five. It was clear to everyone around him that an unusual boy was growing up, who had the ability in poetry. Since the family was from the upper class, little Alexander studied sciences with good teachers, had good manners. His work was undoubtedly influenced by his studies at St. Petersburg University. He graduated from the Faculty of History and Philology. It was at the university that Alexander Blok became addicted to culture and art. He practiced acting, dreaming of shining on stage. Apparently, this is why his poems are saturated with a range of feelings, colored with different emotions.
Alexander Blok was a prominent person of his time, from a good family. This allowed him to marry the daughter of the famous scientist Mendeleev. It was the young wife who inspired the young Alexander, full of hopes and dreams, to write and publish a collection called Poems about a Beautiful Lady.
From lyrics to global social themes
But life is not only about love and dreams. The revolution, the center of which was St. Petersburg, was reflected in the future work of the young poet. The poem "The Twelve", known to many of our contemporaries, was dedicated to these events. She is considered one of the best in the entire world literary history.
Unfortunately, Blok died too early. He did not immigrate from the country, contrary to forecasts, he stayed here, living and working in a world full of poverty and disease. Life in such conditions led to the manifestation of a social character in the poet's poems.
Modern scholars identify several trends in Blok's poetry. The earliest works are classified as vibrant Symbolism. After the 1905 revolution, more social themes are visible in his poems. There are also lyric works. He, like a real poet, could not live without love. But Blok is increasingly attracted by thoughts about the fate of all mankind. Experiencing the tragedy associated with the life of ordinary people, the poet creates "The Rose and the Cross", "Retribution".
It was the pen of Alexander Blok that brought out the well-known lines "Night, street, lantern, pharmacy", which they love to repeat even in modern advertisements.
