✍️ April 1, 2026, marks the 217th anniversary of the birth of the great Russian writer Nikolai Gogol, whose works form an integral part of the world literary canon. Nikolai Gogol created a wealth of unforgettable images and vivid characters, combining sparkling humor with sharp satire. His masterpieces – Dead Souls, The Government Inspector, The Overcoat, and many others – continue to resonate with readers around the world to this day.