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Trapped in 'Black Russia': Letters June-November 1915

By Ruth Pierce

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst the turmoil of World War I, personal letters reveal a harrowing journey through Eastern Europe, exposing persecution and a stark new atmosphere.

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2008-04-03
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"Trapped in 'Black Russia': Letters June-November 1915" by Ruth Pierce is a set of personal letters which recounts a journey during World War I, where the author navigates the complexities and social dynamics of Eastern Europe. The story begins with Ruth and her travel companion, who arrive in Russia and experience the stark atmosphere of war. Ruth makes note of the treatment of Jewish residents, which makes her feel unsettled with their circumstances. They encounter a detention camp and face the dire realities of those undergoing persecution. These letters reveal Ruth's thoughts as she wrestles with the personal and political conflicts around her.

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