Description
As World War II rages, Jamilia’s husband is away at the front, leaving her to endure the hard rhythms of village life in the Caucasus—work, waiting, and the ache of distant, impersonal correspondence. When Daniyar, a wounded and brooding newcomer, is brought into her household, their proximity sparks a love that feels both inevitable and dangerous, reshaping Jamilia’s sense of loyalty, longing, and selfhood. Set against the stark realities of wartime scarcity and social constraint, the story explores themes of devotion and betrayal, the quiet power of desire, and the human need to be seen and understood. Chingiz Aitmatov’s lyrical, emotionally precise style turns everyday labor and intimate moments into a haunting meditation on fate and freedom.
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paperback
Telegram
Published Jan 1, 2008
96 pages
ISBN: 9781846590320
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Details
First Published
2007
Language
rus
Translation
From: rus
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Jamilia by Chingiz Aĭtmatov.