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This monograph offers a deep dive into the first decade of Nikolai Nekrasov’s literary career, from 1838 to 1848, focusing on how contemporary critics shaped his early reputation. It is presented as the first analytical study in literary scholarship to address the critical perception of Nekrasov during this formative period. The work examines both 19th-century criticism of the poet and the unique “Nekrasov plot” that later developed in 20th and early 21st-century literary science.
The book introduces the concept of Nekrasov’s literary reputation, arguing that its foundation was laid precisely in this initial decade of his activity. The author has brought to light and attributed previously unexamined critical statements about Nekrasov that were published during his lifetime. By exploring the poet’s creative growth, personal and professional connections, and commercial ambitions, the monograph paints a multifaceted picture of his rise. It also situates his work within the broader context of the socio-political struggles of the era, a time when the institution of literary criticism was itself evolving and defining its methods and boundaries. This is a scholarly resource for understanding the origins of Nekrasov’s central place in Russian literature.
