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The mysterious novelist who foresaw Putin’s Russia – and then came to symbolise its moral decay

The Audio Long Read

CHAPTER

Assassination and Absurdity: Pelevin's Literary Reflections

This chapter examines the bizarre assassination of military blogger Vladlan Tatarsky and its unsettling parallels with the works of Russian novelist Viktor Pelevin. It highlights Pelevin's evolution as a writer, his surreal depictions of post-Soviet life, and the moral decay of contemporary Russian culture. Using vivid narratives, the discussion explores Pelevin's early life, his unique literary voice, and the broader implications of his work against the backdrop of Russia's chaotic political landscape.

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