Stories of the (un) gone World.

This article is an interview with Lithuanian author Herkus Kuncius, who discusses his interest in the Soviet era and the historical dimension of his works. Kuncius collects material for his novels from various sources, including historic documents, memoirs, films, and music from the time. The article also explores the psychology of Lithuanians who served the Soviet regime and the author's exploration of why individuals chose to align themselves with the regime or fight for Independent Lithuania. Kuncius emphasizes the importance of understanding the realities of the Soviet era and the need to learn from history to avoid repeating past mistakes. [Extracted from the article]