Tiger Trappers

Against the backdrop of Soviet oppression, Ivan Bahriany's «Tiger Trappers» offers a powerful and personal account of survival. Published in exile, the novel reveals the harrowing experiences of Hryhoryi Mohnohryhnyi, a Ukrainian who escapes from a Soviet labor camp and flees into the wilderness. Bahriany's vivid descriptions of the Siberian taiga, combined with thrilling tales of hunting and survival, create a gripping narrative. While the novel is filled with heart-wrenching moments, it ultimately celebrates the indomitable spirit of the Ukrainian people.