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nahiyan's review against another edition
challenging
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inspiring
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4.5
zunaonbooks's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
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reflective
sad
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4.0
endlessmidnight's review against another edition
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5.0
Excellent, informative book that had me at the edge a few times. An excellent book examining the holodomorr.
carkid2's review against another edition
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5.0
Easily one of the best history books I have read. Such an important topic. Writer is fantastic like she always is!! Packed with so much information. The people of Ukraine went under unbelievable torment while under Soviet control. Easily one of the worst atrocities in modern times. Millions of people being starved to death was only the top of the iceberg. It’s fair to say that the abuse still continues till this day. I recommend this book!!
sweetearlgrey's review against another edition
4.0
“Red Famine” meticulously examines the tragic events of the Holodomor—a state-imposed famine in Soviet Ukraine during the early 1930s. While not an easy read, it is essential. Anne Applebaum’s expertise certainly shines through, especially given the current context of Putin’s historical distortions. Seeking truth in such uncertain times remains important.
bridgeman98's review against another edition
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3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Genocide
jenmangler's review against another edition
3.0
This book was a lot. I'm glad I read it and I did learn quite a bit. I definitely benefited from reading a fiction book about the Holodomor before reading this. If I hadn't, I think I would have gotten lost several times. Having that story to constantly refer back to help me keep track of things.
tablereader234's review against another edition
5.0
There's a kind of sanity to Appelbaum's description of the utter madness of Stalin's regime and the lengths people would go to eat in the midst of famine that makes the unimaginable become comprehendible. She presents the facts and narratives simply, allowing the suffering to generate grief and rage in the reader. It is well-researched, well-written, and a good case study for those looking to enter into Stalinist history.
kir1072's review against another edition
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5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Eating disorder, Genocide, Forced institutionalization, Death of parent, Abandonment, and Deportation
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Sexual violence, Slavery, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Torture, Violence, Police brutality, Cannibalism, Medical trauma, Suicide attempt, Murder, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Cursing, Suicide, Antisemitism, and War
shannon_jayne1's review against another edition
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4.0
Well written and informative without feeling dense. I feel I gained a lot from reading this book.