Young Guard

Author: [Soviet Union] Fadeyev
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: Fadeyev's Young Guard is a landmark work in Soviet literary history. The novel depicts the heroic struggle of the Communist Youth League organization "Young Guard" against fascists in occupied territory, with vivid and infectious characters. Upon its first publication, it was immediately acclaimed and won the Stalin Prize First Class the following year. To this day, the heroism and idealism of Oleg-style figures have never faded. Generations have been captivated by Russian and Soviet literature; time and again, rereading the classics evokes memories that can never be forgotten. What is most moving is the different feelings derived from each reading. You will always possess them, even as the years pass.
In January 1943, the underground resistance organization Young Guard, composed of Communist Youth League members, was betrayed and most of its fighters sacrificed while defending their homeland. When the precious youth of people is narrated by war, courage transcends sorrow, and cruelty shatters brilliance. Because of this, the pure heroism and idealism of Oleg-style figures have never faded, just as generations remain captivated by Russian and Soviet literature. Do you remember the white lilies found by Ulia? Do you remember the graceful Hopak dance performed by her grandmother at the celebration party? The eternity of values lies in the fact that we reread the classics time and again, evoking memories that can never be forgotten and stirring strong, moist recollections of love and friendship in our hearts. What is most moving is the different feelings derived from each reading. You will always possess them, even as the years pass.