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by Constantin Joffe (Author)
""We Were Free"" is a novel by Constantin Joffe that tells the story of a Jewish family living in the Soviet Union during the 1960s. The family, consisting of parents Lev and Sonya and their two children, Misha and Tanya, are forced to navigate the oppressive and dangerous political climate of the time. They must be careful not to draw attention to themselves or their Jewish heritage, as anti-Semitism is rampant in the Soviet Union. As the family struggles to maintain their sense of identity and culture, they also face personal challenges. Lev is a successful engineer who is forced to compromise his values in order to keep his job, while Sonya grapples with the loss of her own dreams and aspirations. Misha and Tanya, meanwhile, are coming of age and must navigate their own paths in a society that offers limited opportunities.Throughout the novel, Joffe explores themes of identity, freedom, and the power of family. He also sheds light on the complex political and social climate of the Soviet Union during this time period. ""We Were Free"" is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of those who lived through this tumultuous era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
