The "children of Perestroika"

Firefly & Fern Summary

This compelling non-fiction work offers teenagers a window into the lives and perspectives of young people growing up during the transformative period of Soviet perestroika in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Through interviews and firsthand accounts, author Deborah Adelman captures how Soviet youth navigated unprecedented social and political change, providing readers with invaluable insight into a pivotal moment in history and the resilience of teenagers facing uncertainty. Perfect for young people interested in history, global cultures, and understanding how peers across the world experience major social upheaval.