Перед закатом / Before the Sunset

Перед закатом (Before the Sunset) is a collection of poetry by Mirra Lokhvitskaya, a prominent Russian poet of the late 19th century, known for her erotic sensuality and awarded the Pushkin Prize. Often referred to as the 'Russian Sappho,' Lokhvitskaya's work was largely forgotten during the Soviet era but has since been recognized as a significant influence on the Silver Age of Russian Poetry. This collection was published posthumously by her relatives, highlighting her role as a pioneer of women's poetry in Russia, paving the way for later poets like Anna Akhmatova and Marina Tsvetaeva.