Pathologies

Brief Overview

The book «Pathologies» by Zakhar Prilepin narrates the events occurring in Chechnya during the war. The main character, a soldier named Yegor Tashkov, along with his comrades, confronts the horrors and brutality of warfare. The author intricately describes the internal struggles and moral dilemmas faced by soldiers in extreme conditions. Through the lens of personal stories and the fates of the characters, Prilepin explores themes of violence, fear, friendship, and humanity, illustrating how war transforms people and their perception of the world. The book raises important questions about the nature of war and its impact on the human soul.