The most popular work of Czech literature—in the audiobook narration by Maksim Sukhanov. The novel’s hero, a small man caught up in the whirlwind of Europe’s murderous war, in a shabby greatcoat and failing boots, bravely carries out his duties, constantly landing in ridiculous situations. A naive simpleton and a wise witty remarker, the ordinary soldier Švejk exposes the absurdity and chaos, the senselessness and soullessness of war better than any political proclamations and public protests.