The Living and the Dead

Summary

«The Living and the Dead» is a novel by Konstantin Simonov, considered one of the most significant works about the Great Patriotic War. The novel covers the period from the beginning of the war in June 1941 to the defeat of the German forces at Stalingrad in February 1943. The main character, journalist and writer Sintsov, journeys from the horror and panic of the war's early days to the realization of the necessity and possibility of victory. Through his character and the fates of other protagonists, the author illustrates the diversity of human relationships against the backdrop of an inhumane war, highlighting the struggle and self-sacrifice of the Russian people. This work is part of a trilogy that includes the books «No Time for Tears» and «You Are Alive, Remember».