Introduction
More than twenty years after the collapse of the Soviet Union, the memories remain vivid. In the West, Gorbachev is still idealized, while in the East, Putin's interpretation of 'democracy' is controversial. Many former Soviet citizens, including young people, cherish nostalgia for the socialist leaders of the past.
Contents
Investigative journalist Svetlana Alexievich gives voice to various witnesses about their lives during and after the Soviet Union. It involves a wide range of people: good and less good, guilty and victims, supporters of perestroika and die-hard Stalinists. They candidly recount how the revolution of 1991 changed their lives and worldview and how they had to find their new identity.
The End of the Red Man reveals the soul of a traumatized and divided people. These stories are important for anyone who wants to better understand Europe.
Target audience and language
This learning material is suitable for Dutch at language level C1-C2 and is ideal for education, work, and self-study.
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