Platoon. Officers and Militiamen of Russian Literature

Book Review

Zakhar Prilepin's "Platoon. Officers and Militiamen of Russian Literature" is a unique study dedicated to the role of the military and military themes in Russian literature. Prilepin, known for his patriotic views and deep interest in history, examines the works of authors such as Leo Tolstoy, Mikhail Bulgakov, Alexander Solzhenitsyn, and many others through the prism of their military experience and its influence on their writing. Critics note that Prilepin skillfully combines literary analysis with historical facts, creating a comprehensive picture of the interplay between literature and military service. Some reviewers emphasize that the author succeeds in showing how military events and personal service experience shaped the worldview of writers and their works. However, there are also critical remarks regarding the subjectivity of some assessments and the excessive idealization of officers and militiamen. Overall, the book has received positive reviews for the originality of its approach and the depth of its analysis.