Cancer Ward

Cancer Ward by Alexander Solzhenitsyn, published by Penguin UK on January 5, 1971, is a significant work in contemporary literature. This edition spans 576 pages and is presented in English. The book serves as an allegorical masterpiece, exploring the experiences of individuals confronting terminal illness while simultaneously critiquing the oppressive nature of the Soviet police state.
Readers will find a compassionate portrayal of the struggles faced by patients within the confines of a hospital, reflecting broader societal issues. The narrative delves into themes of illness and resilience, offering insights into the human condition against the backdrop of a repressive regime. This New Edition invites readers to engage with the complex interplay between personal suffering and the political landscape, making it a thought-provoking addition to the literary canon.
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One of the great allegorical masterpieces of world literature, Cancer Ward is both a deeply compassionate study of people facing terminal illness and a brilliant dissection of the “cancerous” Soviet police state.
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