What is we yevgeny zamyatin?

We Yevgeny Zamyatin was a Russian author born in 1884 in Lebedyan, Russia. He was a prominent figure of the Russian literary avant-garde, known for his contributions to the development of dystopian literature. Zamyatin is best known for his novel "We", which was published in 1921 and is considered as an important literary precursor to dystopian novels like George Orwell's "1984".

Zamyatin was an active participant in the Russian Revolution and supported the Bolshevik regime during its early years. However, he later became disillusioned with the Soviet government and was eventually exiled from Russia in 1931 due to his criticism of the regime. He moved to Paris, where he remained until his death in 1937.

Aside from "We", Zamyatin wrote several other novels and short stories, many of which were critical of the Soviet regime. Some of his notable works include "The Islanders", "The Dragon", and "The Fisher of Men".

Zamyatin's work continues to be an important influence on literature, particularly in the science fiction and dystopian genres. His legacy as a writer and a figure of the Russian avant-garde remains an important part of Russian and international literary history.