And Quiet Flows The Don by Mikhail Sholokhov
"And Quiet Flows The Don" is a sweeping epic set in the early 20th century, following the lives of several characters in the Don River region of Russia. Through the lens of the Melekhov family, the novel explores the impact of war, revolution, and societal changes on both individuals and the community as a whole. With vivid descriptions and rich character development, the book delves into themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for survival amidst the tumultuous backdrop of historical events.
The 665th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1928
- Nationality
- Russian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 1300-1600
- Words
- 560,000
- Original Language
- Russian
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This book is on the following lists:
- 26th on Kanon na koniec wieku (Canon at the end of the century) (Rzeczpospolita (newspaper))
- 85th on The Main Works of Russian literature (Polka Academy)
- 244th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- Daily Telegraph's 100 Books of the Century, 1900-1999 (Daily Telegraph)
- William H. F. Lamont’s 100 Best Novels (1947) (archive.org)