Vasily Grossman’s Correspondence: New Findings

Abstract

The paper explores newly uncovered letters by Vasily Grossman, focusing on his correspondence with his father and wife Olga Guber. Recent discoveries in the Grossman-Guber family archive have revealed previously unknown letters, leading to new insights into the writer’s personal and professional life. These letters illuminate Grossman’s deep relationships, his experiences during pivotal moments, and his reflections on historical events, including the lengthy and challenging path to publishing his novel Stalingrad and the repercussions d that followed. Additionally, wartime letters exchanged with Olga Guber offer a rare look into Grossman’s life as a war correspondent and the complex circumstances surrounding his writing. Through these insights, the article enriches our understanding of Grossman’s life, the era’s cultural and political atmosphere, and the personal struggles that shaped his work.