Reviews

Longortova focuses on her love for her small motherland, the beauty of the region and the importance of an education which feeds the soul. The main facet of the novel is the formation of personality and communion with nature. The themes raised resonate with the modern world, touching upon respect for the older generation and environmental conservation. - Tolibshohi Davlat, winner of OEBF-2014 Despite the apparent simplicity of the story told by Zinaida Longortova, her tale delves into the eternal questions of life and death, man and nature, dreams and reality. - Meerim Bekeva, State University after K. Tynystanov In this book, there is fine line between the world of humans and animals, as related in the touching story about an abandoned elk calf and his salvation. Through lessons of kindness and mercy, the author warns us about our great responsibilities and the dangers of intervention in the laws of nature. - Mikhail Turunovsky, writer