What happens when an ideology that promises equality, progress, and prosperity turns into a system of contradictions, absurdity, and survival? 

"Dreams from Communism" is a collection of 12 true stories that reveal the reality of life in communist Bulgaria—told through dark humor, sharp irony, and raw honesty.

Through the eyes of ordinary people—doctors, teachers, bureaucrats, and workers—the book explores the absurd policies, blind loyalty, quiet defiance, and unintended comedy that defined the era. From zealous Party officials enforcing illogical rules to citizens finding creative ways to navigate a rigid system, each story showcases the struggles, hypocrisies, and unexpected moments of humor that came with daily life behind the Iron Curtain.

As communism collapses, the chaos of transition brings new uncertainties, broken dreams, and lingering scars, forcing people to adjust to a world they never imagined.

Told with biting satire and heartfelt reflection, Dreams from Communism is a must-read for those who love history, political satire, and deeply personal accounts of life under totalitarian rule. It’s a reminder that even in the most oppressive systems, human nature prevails—with all its flaws, resilience, and humor.

Enter a world where utopia was promised—but reality had other plans.