The Lonely Sail is Whitening.

The novella by Valentin Petrovich Kataev (1897-1986) "The Lonely Sail is Whitening" is one of the best works of Soviet literature. At its core is a captivating adventurous plot, the fascinating adventures of two boys. But the secret of the book lies not only in this. It masterfully combines stories of the first Russian revolution and strong boyish friendship, of first shy love, of valor and honor, of first losses. It intertwines naive dreams, childhood games, harsh reality, and injustice towards people of lower social strata. But despite everything, this story leaves the reader with a sense of joy, optimism, and hope for a bright and happy life.