Doctor Zhivago
Doctor Zhivago
Boris Pasternak
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
I also loved [this book]. - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Winston Churchill
One of Winston Churchill's favorite books.
Christopher Hitchens
[The author] was perhaps not such a fool when he wrote in [this book] that all conceptions are immaculate. - Christopher Hitchens
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Doctor Zhivago

Doctor Zhivago

Boris Pasternak
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Boris Pasternak
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In the tumultuous landscape of the Russian Revolution and its seismic aftershocks, "Doctor Zhivago" by Boris Pasternak emerges as a luminous epic of personal and political transformation. Through the eyes of Yury Zhivago, a man ensnared between the duties of his heart and the sweeping tides of history, we traverse a world unmade and remade by revolution. A poet, physician, and philosopher, Zhivago finds his life irrevocably altered by the war, caught in the storm of the Bolshevik uprising, and ensnared in a passionate love affair with Lara, the enigmatic wife of a revolutionary. His journey is a reflection of the immense societal upheavals of the time, exploring the essence of love, the pain of loss, and the indomitable spirit of artistry in the face of political oppression. Pasternak's masterpiece, once banned in the Soviet Union, stands as a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit. With exquisitely crafted prose and profound philosophical insights, "Doctor Zhivago" is not merely a narrative of the Russian Revolution, but a celebration of life itself in all its messy, glorious complexity. Embedded within its pages are Zhivago's poignant poems, weaving a deeper texture into this rich tapestry of characters and landscapes, love and despair, making it an unforgettable odyssey through the heart of the 20th century Russian experience. This novel, an international sensation, encapsulates the eternal conflict between the forces of destiny and the power of individual will, making it a compelling exploration of the human condition.

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Released
1957
1 Nov
Length
592
Pages

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I also loved [this book]. - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
One of Winston Churchill's favorite books.
[The author] was perhaps not such a fool when he wrote in [this book] that all conceptions are immaculate. - Christopher Hitchens
I don't think I could love you so much if you had nothing to complain of and nothing to regret. I don't like people who have never fallen or stumbled. Their virtue is lifeless and of little value. Life hasn't revealed its beauty to them.
— Boris Pasternak, Doctor Zhivago

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