Purge” by Sofi Oksanen is a gripping novel that explores the intertwined lives of two women haunted by their pasts in Estonia.
Fidel Castro Explained
Fidel Castro was a Cuban revolutionary leader who established a communist regime in Cuba and ruled as its Prime Minister and later President for nearly five decades.
Romanian Revolution Explained
The Romanian Revolution was a series of violent events in 1989 that led to the overthrow of communist dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu and the end of communist rule in Romania.
Martial law in Poland Explained
Martial law in Poland refers to the period of authoritarian rule imposed by the communist government in 1981 to suppress political opposition and maintain control.
1981 warning strike in Poland Explained
The 1981 warning strike in Poland marked a significant turning point in the country’s history, foreshadowing the eventual formation of the Solidarity movement and challenging the communist regime’s authority.
Uprising of 1953 in East Germany Explained
The Uprising of 1953 in East Germany was a widespread protest against the communist regime’s policies and economic conditions.
Korean conflict Explained
The Korean conflict refers to the war between North and South Korea from 1950 to 1953, resulting in a divided peninsula that remains a source of tension to this day.