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Mikhail Elizarov

    Mikhail Elizarov's literary work delves into contemporary Russian history, exploring its profound impact on individual lives. His prose is characterized by raw realism and a deep psychological insight into characters grappling with their personal past and societal traumas. Elizarov masterfully employs language, capable of shifting from lyrical to stark, crafting an unforgettable reading experience. His writings often serve as a critique of official narratives, offering alternative perspectives on Russian identity.

    The Librarian
    • The Librarian

      • 410 pages
      • 15 hours of reading
      3.5(116)Add rating

      If Ryu Murakami had written War and Peace As the introduction to this book will tell you, the books by Gromov, obscure and long forgotten propaganda author of the Soviet era, have such an effect on their readers that they suddenly enjoy supernatural powers. Understandably, their readers need to keep accessing these books at all cost and gather into groups around book-bearers, or, as they're called, librarians. Alexei, until now a loser, comes to collect an uncle's inheritance and unexpectedly becomes a librarian. He tells his extraordinary, unbelievable story.

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