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The Last Bow

Original titlerus. Последний поклон · 1970
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Summary

The book «The Last Bow» by Viktor Petrovich Astafyev is an autobiographical novella in which the author shares memories of his childhood and youth spent in a Siberian village. Through the lens of personal experiences and events, Astafyev narrates the lives of ordinary people, their labors and concerns, joys and sorrows. A central figure in the book is the grandmother, who played a crucial role in the author's upbringing and worldview. The novella is filled with profound reflections on human destiny, nature, and time, as well as a heartfelt love for the native land and its people.

The Last Bow
Date of publication: 1 March 2025
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The Last Bow
Original titlerus. Последний поклон · 1970