Ekaterina Sheveleva — Александровский сад (1977)

Rare Soviet Novel from the USSR

Title: Александровский сад (Alexandrovsky Garden)
Author: Ekaterina Sheveleva
Publisher: Soviet Writer Publishing House
Place of Publication: Moscow, USSR
Year: 1977
Language: Russian
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Vintage used condition with signs of age and handling consistent with Soviet-era books. Binding intact and text fully readable. Please review photos carefully.

Description

Rare Soviet literary edition of Александровский сад by Ekaterina Sheveleva, published in Moscow in 1977 by the well-known Soviet Writer publishing house.

The novel explores the everyday life of a large Soviet factory collective during the years 1970–1971, touching on themes central to Soviet social literature:

• Industrial production and labor
• Leadership and workplace relations
• Youth education and Komsomol ideals
• Social responsibility and Soviet democracy
• Personal relationships and emotional conflict

Written in the characteristic style of late Soviet prose, the book combines social realism with personal drama, offering insight into the atmosphere of Soviet society during the 1970s.

Plot Summary

The characters of the novel lead emotionally rich and active lives — working, debating, loving, and experiencing jealousy and ambition.

At the center of the story is the relationship between Olga Pakhomova and Andrey Vaganov, her companion from their Komsomol youth. Their personal story unfolds against a backdrop of social change, professional challenges, and evolving Soviet ideals.

About the Edition

Published during the late Soviet era, this edition represents classic USSR literary publishing and provides a valuable glimpse into Soviet social and ideological themes of the 1970s.

Ideal for:

• Collectors of Soviet books and ephemera
• Readers of Soviet social realism
• Researchers of USSR culture and literature
• Russian-language book collectors
• Enthusiasts of Cold War-era publications