"The Iron Lesson" is an exciting historical drama written by the popular writer Alyosha Tarka. The book tells about the tragic events of the Holodomor in Ukraine in 1932-1933. The main character, a young peasant Mykola, finds himself in the deepest hopelessness, watching the hunger, death and destruction of his people. The author conveys the heartbreaking reality of those events through the eyes of his character, his inner thoughts, feelings and experiences. "The Iron Lesson" not only reveals the terrible truth about the Holodomor, but also demonstrates the strength of the human spirit in the face of the most difficult trials. This book leaves an indescribable mark in the hearts of readers, reminding of the terrible consequences of dictatorship and the importance of memory and historical truth. "The Iron Lesson" is not only a literary masterpiece, but also an important book that should be read by everyone who is interested in the history of Ukraine and human values.