Located in Ivanovo, five hours from Moscow, the “George Orwell Library” was established last year to counteract increasing propaganda and censorship in Russia. Founded by Dmitry Silin, a local businessman who fled Russia due to fear of imprisonment for his anti-conflict stance, the library houses books by authors critical of the Kremlin. Librarian Alexandra Karaseva emphasizes the importance of books in fostering humanity and opposing dehumanization. The collection includes dystopian works, critiques of the Soviet prison system, and novels critical of the Russian government, providing intellectual solace in challenging times.
George Orwell Library’ in Ivanovo, Russia, Offers Intellectual Refuge Amid Propaganda and Censorship
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