The book "Таёжный тупик" by Надежда Лыкова tells the story of a family of Old Believers who lived in the taiga, a remote and inhospitable region of Russia. The novel follows the lives of the Lыковы, a family of five siblings, their parents, and their grandparents, as they navigate the challenges of living in such a harsh environment. The family's faith and traditions are put to the test as they face the realities of nature and society. The story begins with the arrival of the family in the taiga, where they establish a homestead and begin to build a new life. The author describes the struggles of the family as they adapt to the harsh climate and the isolation of their new home. The eldest son, Andrey, becomes the main breadwinner for the family, working as a trapper and hunter, while his sisters help with household chores and childcare. Their father, a devout Old Believer, struggles to maintain his faith in the face of the difficult conditions and the lack of community support. As the years pass, the family faces numerous challenges, including illness, natural disasters, and conflicts with neighboring communities. Despite these challenges, the Lыkovs persevere and find ways to survive and thrive in their new home.

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