Joseph Brodsky

Joseph Brodsky was born in Leningrad, Russia in 1940.
He was a poet, essayist, and translator.
He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1987.
He was exiled from the Soviet Union in 1972 and lived in the United States until his death in 1996.
He is considered one of the most important poets of the 20th century.
His work is known for its beauty, intelligence, and wit.
He is a major influence on poets around the world.
His work continues to be read and studied today.