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Summary: Must read classic
Review: This book is about the survival of human spirit and love above war and other evils that affected Russia during the revolution. The story follows Dr. Zhivago a middle class doctor and his trials and tribulations that he undergoes because of the the revolution. It is about how war affects man, so as to reduce him to his basic instincts. Dr Zhivago's unflinching love for Lara, his moral responsibilities o his family and the beautiful Russian countryside juxtaposed with horrifying images of war make this book a great peace of literature. The writer expresses his political views through Dr Zhivago and how correct of the author Pasternak to have predicted the downfall of communism. I would definitely recommend this book as this is one of the greatest books of this century.
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Summary: great book !!
Review: This is really a great book. As I understand, when it first came out, it was banned in the Soviet Union and the author was not allowed to go and get his Nobel Prize. I definitely admire Boris Pasternak for his insight and his boldness in writing this book, exposing the defects of Communism. When it came out in 1957-58, Communism was very dominant in the world. What happened in the 1990's - the decline of Communism world-wide and the breakup of the Soviet Union have all vindiicated him. It is really comforting to hear that this book is no longer banned in Russia and that Pasternak's son had been allowed to travel to Stockhom to get the Nobel Prize on his behalf. Truth and justice have finally prevailed. This book should be mandatary reading for young people all over the world.
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