August 1914

‘One word of truth shall outweigh the whole world’ — Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn

In the first month of the First World War, the Russian campaign against the Germans creaks into gear. Crippled by weak, indecisive leadership, the Russian troops battle desperately, even as the inevitability of failure and their own sacrifice dawns.

Key Highlights:

• Historical Fiction: A vivid portrait of pre-revolutionary Russia.
• Tragic War Story: Captures the desperation and struggles of Russian troops during the war.
• Epic Novel: Written in the great Russian literary tradition.

Solzhenitsyn’s astounding work is not just a war story but also a profound exploration of a pivotal moment in history.