5 Russian authors, are worth paying attention to

1. Alexander Ilichevsky

It would seem that all his life Alexander Ilichevsky was related to science, since he graduated from the Physics and Mathematics Institute in Moscow, worked as a physicist in Israel and the United States. But at age 21, Alexander suddenly became interested in literature. Due to this we got a lot more than if he worked in the laboratory.

But his profession Ilichevsky not forget - the heroes of his works periodically become scientists and researchers. Thus, the "Matisse" - this novel is not about the famous French artist, but a Russian physicist, who suddenly decides to become an outcast and began to live with the homeless. In this book, the author reveals a whole layer unknown to many subcultures and invites the reader to reflect on the life, liberty and solitude.

Other works Ilichevskogo also make you think and look unusual in ordinary things.

What to read: «Persian», «Mathematician», «Matisse».

2. Zakhar Prilepin

As Dmitry Bykov, Prilepin actively involved in socio-political life of the country. One can not say what he is giving more time: politics or literature. It is compared with Gorky and maybe not just like that.

All his works are somehow connected with politics. With this you need to put up or just enjoy immersed in the thick of events described by the author.

"Sanka" - Prilepina second novel, which he loudly declared itself. The work is dark, from him and breathes despair, but in spite of the fictitious component, it is about life and what is happening around. The protagonist - a provincial lad, you'll love him, hate, despise, but no, he will not leave indifferent. The main thing in this novel - to overcome the first few chapters, then you and do not notice how carried away.

If your goal - a break from the problems, it is best to choose something easier. If you want serious works, then Prilepin just for you.

What to read: «Sanka», «black monkey».

3. Eugene Vodolazkin

Creating text for "Total dictation - 2015", 25th place (the highest among living authors) in the ranking of the best Russian writers, published edition of Russia Beyond the Headlines, recognition of foreign and domestic critics - an incomplete list of achievements Eugene Vodolazkin.

His main literary works can be considered novels "Laurus" and "The Aviator", so different from each other but united by a single idea. The protagonist of these novels - time in all its manifestations. This is especially true in "The Aviator", where the story is made up of different time slices, changing like a kaleidoscope. In this case, the reader himself to look for answers to your questions and to take one side or another. According to Eugene, he never gives answers and trust your reader thinks that the answer is not worse than the author himself.

Vodolazkin proudly stood the test of "the second album." And if the success of "Laura" can be explained by the specialization of the author on ancient literature, then in "The Aviator" Eugene proves that he is a serious writer who will not disappear over the years.

What to read: «bay», «Aviator».

4. Andrew Gelasimov

There were doubts whether to include this author's compilation, because in his time he was not praised or kicked just lazy. Gelasimov whose works are sold not only in Russia, in 2005 was named the most popular Russian writer in France, he has repeatedly published in other countries. But it is not so simple.

For what it likes to the reader? Maybe he gets his works in the target audience, which makes the popular writers. His latest novel "Cold"I received a lot of negative feedback from the Russian readers, but has found recognition in the West. This book will not keep you in suspense from start to finish. It is written in simple, easy to read, and the plot is suitable for any Hollywood disaster movie.

So why I have included in the list of Gelasimov if I say that his work is mediocre? Read the "Steppe of the gods." You understand that the author deserves attention.

What to read: «steppe gods», «Thirst».

5. Aleksey Ivanov

He became known to a wider audience after the release of the 2013 film "The Geographer Drank His Globe Away" shot by the novel. For a more discerning audience it has been known for over a decade. Not the least role in this played his novel "Heart of Parma" (Parma, in the words of Ivanov, this is not a province in Italy and Great Perm, and the name of the Ural region of pine forests).

Before becoming a professional writer and find their way to fame, Alexey Ivanov changed a lot of professions: worked as a guard, a teacher, a guide-wire. Written novels gathered dust in the table and waited for the moment, which came largely thanks to the recommendation of Leonid hits.

The accumulated experience of life finds its reflection in the novels, especially in the "Geography", which is partly autobiographical. Love for local history was manifested in the works of "The Heart of Parma" and "Tobol" (the first part was published in 2017 is expected to be continued this year).

Do you want to immerse yourself in historyBut are afraid to go to sleep right away? Try to read any of the historical novels by Alexei Ivanov. You just will not sleep.

What to read: «gold riot», «heart of the uplands», «Tobol. many are called», «Hostel on Blood».

Bonus: Mariam Petrosyan

Without Mariam Petrosyan list would be incomplete. Yes, perhaps some would say that it lives in Armenia, and wrote only one book. And, perhaps, "The house in which ..." will remain for her only book. But this novel - it is her whole life. It was created 18 years she worked. Miriam says she, "I wrote this book for myself, and the main thing for me was the fact that she liked me."

But she fell in love with not only her. Immediately after the release of the novel has been estimated at its true worth, not only critics but also by thousands of readers.

What to read: «The house in which ...».