The Bridegroom
ballad by Pushkin
Also known as: “Zhenikh”
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"The Bridegroom" is a ballad by Aleksandr Pushkin, a renowned Russian poet and founder of modern Russian literature. Ballads are a form of narrative poetry, and "The Bridegroom" draws on motifs from Russian folklore. This particular ballad is noted for its simple, swift-moving style and stark tragedy, distinguishing it from Pushkin's earlier, more elaborate works. While ballads can sometimes feature romantic themes, this one focuses on a tragic outcome.12
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