Richter, Anne
Distant Signs: A Novel
- ISBN 13:
- 9781911107088
- author:
- Richter, Anne
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Neem Tree Press Limited
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 2.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Distant Signs by Anne Richter explores the intricate web of familial bonds and love in the face of seismic change. Against the backdrop of 1960s East Germany, two individuals from disparate backgrounds become entwined in a family saga. Their story is marked by the clash of their origins and the lingering emotional wounds of a war-torn childhood. As historical events unfold, secrets are revealed about two families, shedding light on the quiet strength that exists within even the most trying of times. Anne Richter's prose paints a vivid portrait of a society in flux, where love and loyalty are tested by the complexities of family life. Translated from German, this beautifully written novel offers a nuanced portrayal of a society marked by change, and the enduring power of human connection.