Can you recommend some post war Russian novels?

Sure. 'War and Peace' is a classic. It's a long but very engaging story about the Napoleonic Wars. Then there's 'And Quiet Flows the Don' which tells the story of the Cossacks during the wars. Another one is 'The Captain's Daughter' by Alexander Pushkin. It gives an insight into the Pugachev Rebellion in Russia.

One well - known Russian Cold War novel is 'The Master and Margarita' by Mikhail Bulgakov. It weaves a complex tale with elements that can be related to the Cold War era's atmosphere of paranoia and hidden powers.

Another great one is 'The Young Guard' by Aleksandr Fadeyev. It tells the story of a group of young resistance fighters in occupied Ukraine during the war. They showed incredible courage in the face of the enemy.

Sure. 'Life and Fate' by Vasily Grossman is a great Russian war novel. It gives a detailed and heart - wrenching account of the Battle of Stalingrad and the broader aspects of life during the war. The novel explores the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by soldiers and civilians alike. Also, 'The Seventeen Moments of Spring' by Yulian Semyonov is quite famous. It is set during World War II and involves elements of espionage and the fight against the Nazis.

One well - known Russian nuclear war novel is 'Roadside Picnic' by Arkady and Boris Strugatsky. It's not strictly a pure nuclear war novel but it has elements related to the post - apocalyptic world which could be a result of nuclear war. It was later adapted into the movie 'Stalker'.

One common theme is the struggle for survival. After the war, people had to deal with the aftermath, like shortages of food and housing, which is often depicted in these novels.

Well, 'A Hero of Our Time' by Mikhail Lermontov also has elements related to war. It is set in the Caucasus region during the Russian military campaigns there. The story delves into the character of Pechorin, a complex figure, and through his experiences, we can see the nature of war, the relationships between soldiers, and the psychological impact of combat on individuals.

One well - known 1970s Russian war fiction novel is 'The Dawns Here Are Quiet' by Boris Vasilyev. It tells the story of a group of female anti - aircraft gunners during World War II. Their courage and sacrifice in the face of the enemy are vividly depicted.

A notable fiction Russian war novel is 'The Red Wheel' by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn. This work is complex and multi - volume, exploring different aspects of Russian history and the role of war in it. 'Life and Fate' by Vasily Grossman is also highly regarded. It gives a detailed account of the Battle of Stalingrad and the broader context of the war, with deep insights into the human condition during wartime.

One of the well - known post - war dream novels is 'The Great Gatsby'. It reflects the post - war American society with its dreams and disillusionments. The characters' pursuit of wealth and status, and the hollowness behind it all.