Book Description: Кандаурские мальчишки (Kandaurskie Malchishki) Author: Михасенко Г. П. Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Coming-of-Age Published: [Year] Pages: [Number] Summary: Кандаурские мальчишки (Kandaurskie Malchishki) is a historical fiction novel set during World War II, specifically the Soviet-German war, which follows the journey of three young boys from the Siberian village of Kandaur as they navigate the challenges of adolescence, war, and technology evolution. The story begins with the boys, aged 14-15, being entrusted with the responsibility of grazing a sheep herd in the mountains while the adult men are away at war. As they embark on their journey, they face numerous obstacles, including harsh weather conditions, wild animals, and the constant threat of Nazi invasion. Throughout their adventures, the boys learn valuable lessons about survival, teamwork, and the importance of developing a personal paradigm for perceiving the technological process of modern knowledge. Plot: The story opens with the boys, Ivan, Petr, and Sergey, preparing to graze the sheep herd in the mountains. They have been tasked with this responsibility by the collective farm, as the adult men have gone off to fight in the war. The boys are excited but also nervous about the challenge ahead.

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