'Поэты наших дней: Антология / Poets of Our Days, Anthology' Summary

The anthology "Поэты наших дней" (Poets of Our Days) is a collection of Russian poetry written during the early 20th century, encompassing the period before and immediately following the 1917 Revolution. The anthology aims to represent the diverse and vibrant poetic landscape of this era, featuring works by both established and lesser-known poets. It reflects the various artistic movements that emerged, including Symbolism, Futurism, and Acmeism, each contributing to the development of a unique poetic aesthetic. While some poets, such as Alexander Blok and Anna Akhmatova, achieved international recognition, others, like Alexei Chicherin, remain largely forgotten. The anthology offers a glimpse into the artistic expressions of a generation grappling with profound societal and political shifts, capturing the essence of a pivotal period in Russian literary history.