Description
Svetlana Alexievich, Nobel laureate and master of oral history, presents a profound collection of testimonies from those who experienced World War II as children. Through the unvarnished voices of 101 Russian survivors, this book plunges into the heart of unimaginable trauma, revealing the devastating impact of war on young lives. These deeply personal accounts explore themes of displacement, loss, and the enduring resilience of the human spirit amidst unspeakable horror. Alexievich masterfully weaves these monologues into a powerful literary monument, offering a unique and unflinching perspective on a generation shaped by conflict.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2020
320 pages
ISBN: 9780141983561
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Details
First Published
2020
Language
eng
Translation
From: rus
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Last Witnesses by Svetlana Alexievich.