(Russian: НКВД: Война с неведомым ) is a popular collection of mystical and paranormal stories by the prolific Russian author Alexander Bushkov . The book blends historical settings with "urban legends" and supernatural folklore purportedly gathered from various sources, including former Soviet intelligence officers. Book Overview

The book is structured as a series of short stories or "accounts" that explore the intersection of the Soviet secret police () and the supernatural. Bushkov presents these as real occurrences that were immediately classified as "Top Secret" by the authorities.

The stories are often presented as tales told by elders or former agents, giving them an atmospheric, "campfire story" feel. Summary of Contents The collection includes chilling accounts such as:

Paranormal phenomena, unexplained disappearances, and "black magic" during WWII and the early Soviet era.