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The noise of time
Book • 2016
The book chronicles the life of Dmitri Shostakovich in three distinct periods: 1936, 1948, and 1960.
It delves into his fears, compromises, and survival strategies under the oppressive Soviet regime.
Shostakovich's life is marked by constant fear, government interference, and the struggle to maintain his artistic integrity.
The novel explores themes of destiny, power, courage, and the resilience of art in the face of oppression.
It delves into his fears, compromises, and survival strategies under the oppressive Soviet regime.
Shostakovich's life is marked by constant fear, government interference, and the struggle to maintain his artistic integrity.
The novel explores themes of destiny, power, courage, and the resilience of art in the face of oppression.
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Dorian Lynskey
Shostakovich and Stalin – The Composer and the Dictator
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It's the Corruption, Stupid
