The Zone by Sergei Dovlatov
"The Zone" is a semi-autobiographical novel that follows the life of a writer who is confined to a Soviet labor camp. Through a series of vignettes, the protagonist reflects on his experiences in the camp, the absurdities of the Soviet system, and the struggles of maintaining his identity and integrity in the face of oppression. With dark humor and sharp observations, the book offers a poignant and satirical portrayal of life in the Soviet Union.
The 3965th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1982
- Nationality
- Russian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 192
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Russian
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This book is on the following lists:
- 100 Books to Read from Eastern Europe and Central Asia (New East Digital Archive)