Denis Fonvizin
1745–1792
· lived 47 years
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Denis Fonvizin was a prominent 18th-century Russian playwright, considered one of the founders of Russian realist theater. He is best known for his comedy of manners "The Minor" (Недоросль), a scathing satire of the Russian nobility and the educational system of the time.
n. 1745-04-03, Moscovo · m. 1792-12-01, São Petersburgo
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Denis Fonvizin was born into an aristocratic family in Moscow and, after a military education, dedicated himself to literature and diplomacy. His play "The Minor", written in 1782, premiered with great success and remains a landmark in the history of Russian theater, criticizing the ignorance and corruption of the elite. Fonvizin also translated foreign works and contributed to the press, advocating for social and educational reforms. His work reflects the spirit of the Enlightenment, and his influence extended to generations of Russian playwrights.
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