Editor Polina Barskova

About the Author

Polina Barskova is a distinguished Russian poet, scholar, and translator whose work profoundly engages with the harrowing history of the Siege of Leningrad, drawing from her family's lived experiences during that dark chapter of World War II. As an editor, she has meticulously curated collections that preserve the voices of resilience amid unimaginable suffering, blending rigorous historical insight with lyrical sensitivity. Her contributions to literature extend beyond poetry into essays and criticism, where she explores themes of memory, trauma, and survival. A professor of Russian literature, Barskova's interdisciplinary approach has earned her international acclaim, making her a vital figure in contemporary Slavic studies and a bridge between past atrocities and present reflections on human endurance.