Ordinary People Don't Carry Machine Guns

In Ordinary People Don't Carry Machine Guns, Artem Chapeye shares a personal and honest account of his transformation from pacifist to soldier amid the Ukrainian conflict, exploring his motivations, nightmares, and reflections on the meaning of war. The book delves into his dual roles as a father, writer, and defender of his homeland, while examining broader questions of individual choice and societal impact during wartime. Structured in three parts with historical and literary references, it offers a profound and thought-provoking perspective on how war can fundamentally change lives.