Maksim Bahdanovic
Birthday December 9, 1891
Birth Sign Sagittarius
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About
Belarus-born poet known for his poetry collection Vianok and his novel Muzyka. Also a prominent translator, he produced Belarusian versions of the works of such renowned writers as Heinrich Heine, Paul Verlaine, Horace, and Ovid.
Before Fame
He was an active participant in the Revolution of 1905. Two years later, he published his debut novel.
Trivia
Several streets in Russia and Belarus were named in his honor.
Family Life
His mother died of tuberculosis, a disease that later claimed his own life.
Associated With
He translated the work of Alexander Pushkin.
