Viktor Shklovsky

Viktor Shklovsky (1893–1984) was a significant Russian literary theorist and writer, best known for his role in the formalist movement. His essays and critiques focused on the nature of literature and the function of art in society, emphasizing the importance of defamiliarization in storytelling. Shklovsky's works influenced a generation of writers and theorists, making him a key figure in 20th-century literary criticism.