Soviet Culture

The Legacy of Molodaya Gvardiya: The Publishing Powerhouse

Vince Vanguard

Molodaya Gvardiya, a titan in Soviet publishing founded in Moscow in 1922, wielded literature like a weapon, shaping young minds with socialist ideals. Today, it adapts, continues to provoke curiosity, and imparts wisdom that opposes the simplistic narratives of modern times.

The Road to Life (1955): A Cinematic Journey Through Soviet Youth

Martin Sparks

Explore the 1955 film *The Road to Life*, directed by Aleksei Maslyukov, as it reveals the journey of orphaned youths in Soviet Russia, offering a captivating blend of personal stories and historical insight.

Cruising Through History: The GAZ-12 ZIM Story

KC Fairlight

Picture cruising Soviet streets in a car crafted to impress—the GAZ-12 ZIM. This vehicle, bearing the dreams and contradictions of its era, was a Soviet icon.