Names in Marble is based on the personal experiences of Albert Kivikas during the Estonian War of Independence.

[1] Through the main characters of the book, the two major political movements of the era, nationalism and communism are portrayed.

The second part contains autobiographical references and describes the situation at the war front, and the experiences of soldiers.

[2] The third part of the novel focuses on the final stage of the war and in particular the Treaty of Tartu, which recognised the independence of Estonia.

It was directed by Elmo Nüganen, and Priit Võigemast starred as the main character Henn Ahas.