Joseph Brodsky was a prominent Russian-American poet and essayist, known for his profound and intricate works that explore themes such as exile, identity, and the human condition. He was born on May 24, 1940, in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg), Russia, into a Jewish family. His father was a naval engineer and his mother was a linguist.
### Early Life and Education
Brodsky's early life was marked by a deep interest in literature and poetry,