Confessions of a Fallen Standard-Bearer

Set in Stalin's postwar world, the story follows virtual brothers Arkady and Alyosha as they embrace the ideals of socialism and the promise of a bright future. However, their journey is marred by the stark reality of barbed wire that symbolizes oppression and confinement, raising questions about the true nature of their society and the cost of their dreams. The narrative explores themes of innocence, disillusionment, and the contrast between ideology and reality.