S. Mirsky is a historical novel that tells the story of the peasant movement in Russia during World War I. The novel explores the struggles of the peasants during this time period and their fight for land and freedom. The main character, Ivan, is a young peasant who becomes involved in the movement and fights for the rights of his fellow peasants. Throughout the novel, Ivan faces many challenges and obstacles, including the oppression of the wealthy landowners and the government. Despite these challenges, he remains determined to achieve his goals and bring about change for the betterment of his community. The plot of the book is set against the backdrop of the First World War and the Russian Revolution. The novel begins with the introduction of Ivan, a young peasant who lives in a small village in rural Russia. Ivan is struggling to make ends meet and provide for his family, working long hours on the landowner's estate for little pay. He is deeply affected by the war, which has taken away many of the men from his village, leaving behind women and children to fend for themselves.

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