Poor Liza

Interesting Facts

• «Poor Liza» is considered one of the first works of Russian sentimental prose.
• The novella caused a great stir in society and became very popular among readers of its time.
• The main character Liza became a symbol of purity and innocence, while her tragic fate symbolized the injustice and cruelty of society.
• The work had a significant impact on the development of Russian literature and became a model for many subsequent authors.
• Karamzin used elements of romanticism in the novella, which was innovative for Russian literature at the end of the 18th century.
• The novella was written in the form of a letter, giving it a special intimacy and emotionality.
• «Poor Liza» was one of the first works where the author openly expressed sympathy for the common people and criticized social inequality.