Dive into the turbulent era of the 1980s in Estonia, Russia, and Ukraine with the fourth installment of Harry Raudvere's gripping series "Hüüdnimi Eestlane." This volume transports you to a time just before the phosphorite war, when cooperatives were a mix of wonder and appropriation.
Meet Toomas Jugapuu, a farm lawyer by day, a law student at Tartu State University by night, and a cooperative operator who installs alarm systems and satellite dishes on the side. Toomas, or Tom as he's known, smuggles in suitcases full of gadgets from friendly nations—items that many locals don't even know exist. Whether he's on the cusp of freedom in his beautiful homeland or navigating the underworld of a Kyiv brothel, Tom takes what's offered—and he takes it in abundance.
Join Tom on a thrilling real-life adventure, driving thousands of kilometers at the wheel of his trusty 09, bypassing sovtransauto and plowing through new territories. Experience the physical and emotional beatings, and marvel at the resilience of life itself!
Raudvere presents Tom's journey with a mix of cynicism and honesty. From the sweets of Lehmake to new interpretations of Dostoevsky's works, Harry's vivid descriptions will leave you with a clear picture of the true quality of Azerbaijani brandy.
Tom may be labeled a speculator and a scoundrel, a stormy alpha male who's the groom at every wedding, but for him, IME and starving animals represent opportunity. Learn from this hero, who is as real and human as the epic figure of Kalevipoeg—yes, he commits some serious misdeeds, but he remains genuine and believable. A true man.
The self-managing Estonia theory sparked a miraculous exit from the Soviet Union—a withering that echoes the current times of drought and martial law, where golden fish are skewered and unicorns turned into sausage.
If you're a man, you'll find yourself identifying with this primal force. If you're a woman, you might finish the book hopelessly in love, wondering if you could ever tame such a man as Toomas.
Anything is possible. If you've lost faith, hope, and love, turn to this book. You just might find what you need.
