A review by eejayceelof
Red Cavalry by Isaac Babel, Nathalie Babel

4.0

Red Cavalry is a fantastic collection of stories; they provide a bright and clear window into a slice of life that most people don't have much knowledge of. The stories don't have a hyper firm thread between them beyond time and place, but I got these little pops of joy when I recognized a name from another story, whether the contemplative Gedali or the non-loquacious Budyonny. The only reason I'm knocking off a star is probably due to my own failing. I generally read this while I was tired and distracted, and as a result, I couldn't keep a clear and distinct focus while reading. But still, damn fine literature.