The Queue by Vladimir Sorokin
Set in Soviet-era Russia, this novel captures the essence of life under a regime where scarcity and bureaucracy reign supreme. The narrative unfolds through a series of dialogues and fragmented conversations among a diverse group of individuals waiting in an interminable line for an unspecified commodity. As the hours stretch into days, the characters' interactions reveal their hopes, frustrations, and the absurdity of their situation, painting a vivid picture of a society caught in the throes of stagnation and inefficiency. Through its unique structure and keen observations, the story offers a poignant critique of the human condition under oppressive systems.
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- Published
- 1985
- Nationality
- Russian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- Russian
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