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Synopsis
A metaphorical exposition of the USSR set in a cancer ward for men, where, in extreme situations, the patients face basic moral choices. From the author of ONE DAY IN THE LIFE OF IVAN DENISOVICH.
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Review
"A literary event of the first magnitude." --"Time"
"The most moving of Solzhenitsyn's novels." --Clifton Fadiman
A literary event of the first magnitude. "Time"
The most moving of Solzhenitsyn's novels. "Clifton Fadiman""
"A literary event of the first magnitude." --Time
"The most moving of Solzhenitsyn's novels." --Clifton Fadiman
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'Without a doubt the greatest Russian novelist' Sunday Times
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- PublisherPenguin
- Publication date1973
- ISBN 10 0140032290
- ISBN 13 9780140032291
- BindingMass Market Paperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages576
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Cancer Ward by Alexander Solzhenitsyn 1972: Nobel Prize Winner for Literature in 1970
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Penguin Books, Hammondsworth, Middlesex, 1972
ISBN 10: 0140032290
ISBN 13: 9780140032291
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Softcover Satin Finish. Condition: USED FINE. No Jacket. ## Cancer Ward by Alexander Solzhenitsyn 1972: Nobel Prize Winner for Literature in 1970 ## ## THIS BOOK: Classified USED FINE: This is the 1972 edition. The original Russian edition was first published by the Bodley Head in 1968. The Bodley Head published this translation in Great Britain in 1968 and 1969. and Penguin Books in 1971, reprinted in 1971 twice and 1972 twice. The book is in fine condition, with a few creases across the cover. The pages are slightly discoloured due to the paper quality and age. BOOK IMAGES: We provide at least two photos of each book so you know what you purchase. READ ON: For more information and interesting facts.# ## "Cancer Ward" is not just a story about illness; it is a profound examination of the human condition, resilience, and the quest for meaning and dignity in the face of suffering. The novel's powerful themes and Solzhenitsyn's incisive social commentary contributed to his recognition as a Nobel Prize## ## Cancer Ward, written by Alexander Solzhenitsyn, is set in a hospital ward for cancer patients in a provincial Soviet town during the late 1950s. The protagonist, Oleg Kostoglotov, is a former political prisoner and exile battling cancer. As he undergoes treatment, Kostoglotov interacts with diverse patients and medical staff, each with their own story and personal struggles. The novel is a microcosm of Soviet society, using the cancer ward as a powerful metaphor for the country's political and social ailments. Through the eyes of Kostoglotov and other characters, Solzhenitsyn explores themes of illness, recovery, and the human capacity for resilience and hope. The patients' physical sufferings parallel the emotional and psychological turmoil of living under a repressive regime. ## Key characters include: - Pavel Nikolayevich Rusanov, A high-ranking Party official who is arrogant and entitled yet faces his vulnerability as a cancer patient.- Vera Gangart: A compassionate nurse who develops a close bond with Kostoglotov.- Lyudmila Afanasyevna Dontsova: A dedicated oncologist who is overworked and struggling with the ethical dilemmas of her profession. ## ## Throughout the narrative, Solzhenitsyn masterfully weaves in critiques of Soviet bureaucracy, the lack of personal freedom, and the dehumanising aspects of the totalitarian state. The characters' interactions and internal monologues reveal their lives' complexities, dreams, and disappointments.## ## Penguin Books has an iconic place in the world of literature. Founded in 1935 by Sir Allen Lane, Penguin revolutionised the publishing industry by making high-quality literature affordable and accessible to everyone. Before Penguin, books were often expensive and out of reach for the average reader. Lane's vision was to produce quality paperbacks that cost no more than a pack of cigarettes.## ## Penguin's first ten titles, published in July 1935, included works by Ernest Hemingway, André Maurois, and Agatha Christie. The books were colour-coded: orange for fiction, blue for biography, and green for crime. Their affordability and striking design quickly made Penguin paperbacks a hit with readers. ## ## Penguin's influence extended beyond just affordable pricing. The company's commitment to producing high-quality literature and non-fiction shaped modern publishing. Penguin has published many classic and contemporary works, including the Penguin Classics series, which brought classic literature to a broader audience. Throughout its history, Penguin Books has been known for its innovative and sometimes controversial approach to publishing. For example, in 1960, Penguin was tried under the Obscene Publications Act for publishing D.H. Lawrence's "Lady Chatterley's Lover." The trial became a landmark case in the UK, with Penguin winning, leading to greater freedom in publishing literary works.## ### INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Please Note. FREE SHIPPING IS UK ONLY. Please get in touch with me for a shipping quotation. No Author signature. Seller Inventory # MMXX-301-penguin
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