The Women's Decameron by Julia Voznesenskaya
A Modern Classic of Russian Women's Literature
Set in a Leningrad maternity hospital during the Soviet era, this novel unfolds over ten days as ten women, each with their own unique backgrounds and stories, find themselves quarantined together due to a flu outbreak. To pass the time and distract themselves from their personal struggles and the oppressive atmosphere of the hospital, they decide to share tales of their lives, loves, and dreams. Through their storytelling, the women form a bond, revealing the resilience and strength that lies beneath their diverse experiences, while also offering a poignant glimpse into the complexities of life in the Soviet Union.
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- Published
- 1985
- Nationality
- Russian
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- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- Russian
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