Small Fires: Letters From the Soviet People to Ogonyok Magazine, 1987-1990 / Selected and Edited by Christopher Cerf, Marina Albee ; With an Introduction by Vitaly Korotich. — New York London Toronto Sydney : Summit Books, 1990. — 303 p.
Анотація: In the letters published in the book "Small Fires: Letters of the Soviet People to the Magazine 'Ogonyok'", various topics are discussed that reflect the lives and thoughts of Soviet citizens during 1987-1990. The main themes include:
- Political Reforms and Perestroika — people's expectations about glasnost, democracy, and leadership changes. - Economic Difficulties — stories about shortages of goods, tough working and living conditions. - Social Issues — questions related to education, healthcare, pension systems, and housing difficulties. - National and Ethnic Issues — expressions related to national policies and interethnic relations. - Personal Stories and Experiences — letters sharing personal experiences, hopes, and fears during that period.
These letters provide a vivid insight into the hopes, disappointments, and aspirations of ordinary Soviet people during this transitional time in history.