Evgenij Vodolazkin is a Russian scholar and author whose work delves into profound philosophical and historical themes, exploring the nature of time, memory, and human existence. His distinctive style is marked by lyrical prose and a keen insight into the human psyche, offering readers a compelling and thought-provoking literary experience. Vodolazkin's writing is recognized for its intellectual depth and unique narrative voice, making a significant contribution to contemporary Russian literature.
"Eugene Vodolazkin, internationally acclaimed novelist and scholar of medieval literature, returns with a satirical parable about European and Russian history, the myth of progress, and the futility of war"--
"In this complex novel from the winner of two of Russia's biggest literary prizes, a celebrated guitarist robbed of his talent by Parkinson's disease seeks other paths to immortality: by authorizing a biographer and adopting an exceptionally gifted thirteen-year-old musician"-- Provided by publisher
A groundbreaking and gripping literary detective novel set in Soviet-era Russia, from the award-winning author of Laurus and The Aviator
From award-winning author Eugene Vodolazkin comes this poignant story of memory, love and loss spanning twentieth-century Russia