Nikolai Chernyshevsky

Nikolai Chernyshevsky (1828-1889) was a Russian revolutionary democrat, philosopher, and writer whose novel 'What Is to Be Done?' became a significant influence on the Russian socialist movement. His ideas on rational egoism and utopian socialism resonated with later revolutionary thinkers, shaping the ideological landscape of Russia. Chernyshevsky's work reflected his commitment to social reform and critique of the existing social order.