Moscow Diary

“Moscow Diary” consists of the personal records kept by Walter Benjamin during his two-month stay in Moscow in the winter of 1926–1927. In this work, the author describes in detail his impressions of the Soviet capital, reflects on the cultural and political life of the early Soviet Union, and shares intimate experiences related to his relationship with Asja Lācis, which was one of the primary reasons for his journey. The diary is a unique document of its era, blending keen observations of everyday life in Moscow with profound philosophical reflections.