ISBN 9780241284407
Rs. 800
Penguin Modern Classics
And Quiet Flows the Don
Who it's for: Readers of historical fiction and epic family sagas
And Quiet Flows the Don is an epic tale of love, war, and revolution from Nobel Prize-winning author Mikhail Sholokhov. Set against the sweeping backdrop of the Russian steppe, it follows the tumultuous lives of the Cossack people as they navigate peace, war, and societal upheaval. At the heart of the story is Gregor Melekhov, a proud and rebellious Cossack torn between love and duty as his world is fractured by the chaos of revolution. Why You Should Read? Experience a vivid and immersive portrayal of the Cossack way of life along the river Don. Explore the emotional depths of a powerful love story amidst the backdrop of war. Witness the raw human struggle against the sweeping forces of history and revolution. Appreciate a masterpiece that earned Mikhail Sholokhov the Nobel Prize in Literature. Gain insight into a nation’s turbulent transformation told through unforgettable characters.
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- Nobel Prize-winning author Mikhail Sholokhov
- Set against the backdrop of the Russian steppe and the river Don
- Follows the lives of Cossack people through peace, war, and revolution
- Centers on Gregor Melekhov, a Cossack torn between love and duty
- Vivid portrayal of Cossack way of life
- Explores human struggle against historical forces
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Who is the author of this book?
Mikhail Sholokhov, a Nobel Prize-winning author.
What is the setting of the book?
The Russian steppe, along the river Don, during a period of peace, war, and revolution.
Who is the main character?
Gregor Melekhov, a proud and rebellious Cossack.
What is the book about?
It is an epic tale of love, war, and revolution, following the lives of the Cossack people.
Is this book part of a series?
The description does not specify a series, but it is a standalone epic novel.