Admiral Chekov
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In the last decades, topics related to life in the USSR have been sinking ever deeper under layers of misconceptions and stereotypes
Of course, the Soviet system wasn't perfect. But, this period in history used to have and still has things to say in its defense. It wasn't all about bludgeoning people's brains with propaganda slogans. Soviet writers and journalists were able to conduct a dialogue, to present arguments. Much of what they wrote is relevant today. Some of those things can actually make us think and, maybe, help us become better persons
Here is a selection of small excerpts from Soviet magazines. Of the kind that served to create an everyday cultural landscape in the USSR. I think I'll start with the magazine for school-age children, "Young Technician" (re-reading old issues right now)...
Of course, the Soviet system wasn't perfect. But, this period in history used to have and still has things to say in its defense. It wasn't all about bludgeoning people's brains with propaganda slogans. Soviet writers and journalists were able to conduct a dialogue, to present arguments. Much of what they wrote is relevant today. Some of those things can actually make us think and, maybe, help us become better persons
Here is a selection of small excerpts from Soviet magazines. Of the kind that served to create an everyday cultural landscape in the USSR. I think I'll start with the magazine for school-age children, "Young Technician" (re-reading old issues right now)...
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