The Orphanage: A Novel by Serhiy Zhadan

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✅ Language - ‎English

✅ Dimensions - 5.5 x 8.26 in

✅ Pages amount 248

✅ Summary

The Orphanage by Serhiy Zhadan is a poignant and harrowing novel set in Eastern Ukraine during the ongoing conflict between Ukrainian forces and Russian-backed separatists. The story follows Pasha, a mild-mannered schoolteacher, as he embarks on a perilous journey to rescue his teenage nephew, Sasha, from an orphanage in a war-torn region.

Through Pasha's journey, the novel explores themes of survival, identity, and the devastating effects of war on civilians. Pasha, an unlikely hero, navigates a world of chaos, destruction, and moral ambiguity while grappling with his own fears and indecision. The narrative unfolds over three days, vividly capturing the violence and uncertainty of life in a conflict zone.

Zhadan’s prose is stark yet lyrical, providing a deeply human perspective on the war while highlighting the resilience and dignity of those caught in its midst. The novel is both a searing critique of the senselessness of war and a testament to the enduring power of compassion.