August 1914 by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn
"August 1914" is a historical novel set during the early days of World War I, focusing on the disastrous Battle of Tannenberg on the Eastern Front. The book provides a detailed portrayal of the Russian army's defeat, largely due to incompetent leadership and lack of communication. The narrative also delves into the lives of the soldiers and civilians involved, offering a broad examination of Russian society and the impending revolution.
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- The Bigger Read List (English PEN)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)