Chevengur
Book • 1972
Andrei Platonov's "Chevengur" is a satirical and dystopian novel set in the early years of the Soviet Union.
It depicts a utopian commune that descends into chaos and absurdity.
The novel explores themes of revolution, utopian ideals, and the complexities of social engineering.
The characters' attempts to build a perfect society are undermined by their own internal contradictions and the inherent flaws in their ideology.
Platonov's unique writing style, characterized by its surrealism and dark humor, creates a powerful and unsettling critique of utopian visions.
The novel's exploration of power, ideology, and the human condition continues to resonate with readers today.
It depicts a utopian commune that descends into chaos and absurdity.
The novel explores themes of revolution, utopian ideals, and the complexities of social engineering.
The characters' attempts to build a perfect society are undermined by their own internal contradictions and the inherent flaws in their ideology.
Platonov's unique writing style, characterized by its surrealism and dark humor, creates a powerful and unsettling critique of utopian visions.
The novel's exploration of power, ideology, and the human condition continues to resonate with readers today.
