Soviet literature refers to the body of written works produced in the Soviet Union from 1922 to 1991. It encompasses various genres, including novels, poetry, and plays, often reflecting the political and social realities of the time. Prominent themes include the struggle for a better society, the glorification of the working class, and the challenges of life under a totalitarian regime. Notable authors include Mikhail Bulgakov, Alexander Solzhenitsyn, and Anna Akhmatova, who explored complex human experiences despite censorship. The literature often served as a means of resistance, with writers using allegory and symbolism to critique the government while navigating the restrictions imposed by the state.