| Overview | “Voices from Chernobyl: The Oral History of a Nuclear Disaster” by Svetlana Alexievich is a haunting and powerful account of the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Through a collection of firsthand testimonies from survivors, rescue workers, and those affected by the catastrophe, Alexievich paints a vivid and harrowing portrait of the human toll of the world’s worst nuclear accident. The book delves into the experiences of individuals who witnessed the disaster and its aftermath, offering profound insights into the physical, emotional, and societal impact of the tragedy. |
