A classic of Russian poetry, comprising fifty portraits of the great creative figures (some of them celebrated, many of them disappeared or suppressed) of Soviet culture.
Lev Ozerov Books
Lev Ozerov's work is characterized by a profound commitment to giving voice to the silenced, evident in his roles as a critic, essayist, and editor. He fearlessly addressed historical traumas, notably becoming one of the first to write about the Babi Yar massacre. Ozerov also championed fellow artists, actively working to restore their literary presence after periods of persecution. This dedication to justice and recognition for the unjustly silenced culminated in his significant posthumous collection.