Day and night

Author: (Soviet) Konstantin Simonov / Lei Ran
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: Day and Night is a short novel written by the renowned Soviet writer Konstantin Simonov during the Great Patriotic War, depicting the Soviet army's heroic defense against the fascist German forces in Stalingrad. The Battle of Stalingrad was not only a turning point on the Eastern Front of World War II but also a turning point in the global anti-fascist war. The work tells the story of how a battalion under the command of Soviet artillery captain Shabrov was ordered to cross the Volga River and enter the encircled city of Stalingrad, successfully defending three buildings. It portrays the spirit of bloodshed and unwavering heroism of the Soviet people and army, creating a series of unforgettable heroes. Day and Night is one of the earliest and finest literary works in Soviet literature to reflect the Battle of Stalingrad and was awarded the Stalin Prize in 1946.