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The narrative highlights the life of Aleksandr "Sasha" Pechersky, who orchestrated a successful prisoner revolt during World War II but remained unrecognized in Russia. It explores the contrasting memorial cultures between Western societies and those shaped by the former Communist regime, shedding light on the complexities of heroism and remembrance. Through Pechersky's story, the book emphasizes the importance of acknowledging unsung heroes and the impact of cultural narratives on historical memory.
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Sasha Pechersky, Selma Leydesdorff
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- 2018
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