Jubilee by Vladimir Mayakovsky. Short summary

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The author leads a monologue that is addressed to the poet Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin. He talks about poetry, explaining its essence and meaning, tells about his own life.

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The author leads a monologue that is addressed to the poet Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin. He talks about poetry, explaining its essence and meaning. In addition, the writer talks about his own life, shares his feelings and hopes that the interlocutor can understand and share his worldview.

According to the author, classical poetry is an excellent means of expressing feelings. He talks about his attitude toward the 19th century poet. The writer regrets that they will not be able to truly wander under the moon and talk until morning about everything in the world.

At the end of the monologue, Mayakovsky touches on the theme of eternity. He believes that the two of them will long remain in the memory of the people. The author lists writers who also deserve a similar fate. He admits that he does not like eternity and adores life.

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