In Search of Abel

This novel is a family saga, a story of brothers separated by the Civil War. The key moments of history are reflected in the personal destinies of the characters. Following the Old Testament metaphor of fratricide, the author seeks to understand the nature of evil, the awareness of the deeds committed, and the atonement of actual and imagined guilt, offering the reader his understanding of the regularity and randomness of crime and punishment. The narrative spans the period from the beginning of World War I, the 'pre-catastrophe' of the 20th century, to its tragic conclusion - the collapse of the New York twin towers. What begins as a family drama set against the backdrop of traditional Jewish life, terrorist underground, revolution, and civil war evolves into an adventure novel and then a political thriller, masterfully woven around the most intriguing events of the 20th century. But despite all the plot twists, the main character of the book remains history. Playing with styles, meanings, and facts is an important characteristic of the author's writing manner.