The rise, the fall, and the quiet unraveling of a man shaped by a vanished world. In Komsomolska Street, we follow the life of Ponko “Soaps,” a man who rides the wave of communism from its hopeful beginnings to its hollow end. Once a loyal officer of the People's Militia, Ponko builds his life — and identity — on the ideals of the regime. But decades later, in the shadow of crumbling buildings and forgotten promises, he finds himself alone, disillusioned, and haunted by the quiet betrayals of those closest to him. This powerful and emotionally rich short story paints a vivid picture of everyday life in Bulgaria during and after communism. Through small details and deeply human moments, it asks: What happens when the system you built your life around disappears?
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