Alexievich, Svetlana
Boys in Zinc
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241264119
- author:
- Alexievich, Svetlana
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Military history, Post-WW2 conflicts,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Boys in Zinc presents the honest testimonies of those who experienced the devastating Soviet-Afghan War. A new translation of Zinky Boys, this book weaves together stories from soldiers, doctors and nurses, mothers, wives and siblings to reveal the truth behind the conflict.
The war, which lasted from 1979 to 1989, claimed thousands of casualties on both sides. The Soviet Union's official narrative was that of a 'peace-keeping' mission, but in reality, the dead were often returned home in sealed zinc coffins. This book shines a light on the lasting effects of war, including the killing and the beauty of small everyday moments.
First published in the USSR in 1991, Boys in Zinc sparked controversy for its unflinching insight into the realities of war. A powerful and harrowing account, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of conflict and its impact on those affected.
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