And Quiet Flows the Don
rus. Тихий Дон · 1928
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Historical Context and Significance
«And Quiet Flows the Don» by Mikhail Sholokhov is an epic saga describing the life of the Don Cossacks during World War I, the revolution, and the Russian Civil War. The work addresses complex issues of loyalty, justice, and human morality. The book held immense significance for Russian literature and culture, shedding light on periods of significant historical change through the personal trials and tragedies of its characters. Sholokhov was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1965 for «And Quiet Flows the Don», affirming the work's international recognition and importance.
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Date of publication: 23 May 2024
Updated: 9 July 2024
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Genre: Classical literature
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