Doctor Zhivago is a Russian romance novel written by Boris Pasternak. The story is set during the Russian Revolution and follows the life of Yuri Zhivago, a physician and poet. Zhivago finds himself torn between two women, his wife Tonya and the beautiful Lara. As the revolution unfolds, their lives are intertwined in a web of love, passion, and political turmoil. Pasternak's lyrical writing style and vivid descriptions transport readers to the heart of Russia's turbulent history. Doctor Zhivago is a masterpiece that explores the complexities of love and the human spirit.