Anathema

Leonid Andreyev, an eminent figure in Russian literature, was born on August 21, 1871, in Oryol, Russia. His literary career began as a law student, but after a failed suicide attempt and subsequent recuperation, his focus shifted more dedicatedly towards writing. Andreyev's works reflect the tumult and angst of Russia leading up to the Revolution of 1917, often delving into the realms of existent...