Vladimir Solovyov (1853-1900) was one of the most remarkable figures of the 19 th century.
He was the most important Russian speculative thinker of that century, publishing major works on theoretical philosophy, the philosophy of religion, and ethics.
He also produced sensitive literary criticism and incisive essays on current political, social, and ecclesiastical questions.
He published one important work after another in his twenties, including The Crisi.
