The book by retired Lieutenant General Boris Tarasov amazes with its deep authenticity. In 1941–1942, as a nine-year-old child, he survived the siege of Leningrad. It was largely thanks to him that his little brothers and pregnant mother survived. Blockade through the eyes of a child are the most heartfelt pages of the book, touching the heart. Love for the Motherland, hard work, perseverance, courage, mutual assistance - this is what helped the Leningraders survive in inhuman conditions. At the same time, the author, as a professional military man, made an analysis of events and military operations, which gives the book a special depth. 2nd edition.