Virgin Soil Upturned
Brief Overview
The novel «Virgin Soil Upturned» by Mikhail Sholokhov narrates the story of collectivization in a Soviet village during the 1930s. At the heart of the plot is the life and struggle of the peasants in the Gremyachiy Log settlement, their confrontation with the kulaks, and the challenges associated with establishing a collective farm. The main characters are the collective farm chairman Davydov, the communist Razmetnov, and the peasant Nagulnov. Sholokhov portrays complex human destinies, dramatic conflicts, and moral choices faced by the characters amidst social changes. The novel raises questions about justice, honesty, and human dignity.
Date of publication: 12 September 2024
Updated: 13 November 2026
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Genre: Classical literature
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