Poverty is No Vice

Historical Context and Significance

The play «Poverty is No Vice» by Alexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky, written in 1853, is an important work in Russian drama. It reflects the social and moral issues of its time, such as poverty, social inequality, and human dignity. In his play, Ostrovsky shows that true human qualities and virtues are not dependent on material wealth. The work had a significant impact on the development of Russian theater and literature, contributing to the formation of the realist movement in drama. The play also contributed to public discourse on social issues and justice, making it relevant even today.