Yuri Dombrovsky

Yuri Dombrovsky was a Russian writer known for his novels and literary criticism. He endured significant persecution during the Stalinist era, including imprisonment and exile.

Books

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  1. 1. The Faculty of Useless Knowledge

    Cover of 'The Faculty of Useless Knowledge' by Yuri Dombrovsky

    "The Faculty of Useless Knowledge" delves into the life of a historian caught in the oppressive atmosphere of Stalinist Russia. The narrative explores the intellectual and emotional turmoil of the protagonist, who is ensnared in the brutal machinery of the Soviet state's ideological and bureaucratic control. Through his experiences and reflections, the book examines themes of memory, history, and the struggle to maintain intellectual integrity in a repressive society. The protagonist's journey is a poignant commentary on the value of knowledge and the human spirit's resilience against totalitarian forces.

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