The story revolves around a chance encounter between two acquaintances from Moscow who meet again in the detachment of soldiers during the war. The protagonist reflects on his past life and relationships, particularly with a woman he loved but could not be with due to societal expectations. He grapples with feelings of guilt, regret, and disillusionment as he witnesses the harsh realities of war.
By Leo Tolstoy · Genre: Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, War Fiction