Corobca, Liliana
Kinderland
- ISBN 13:
- 9781911710035
- author:
- Corobca, Liliana
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Seven Stories Press UK
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14 x 1.2 centimetres (0.22
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Kinderland A Novel by Liliana Corobca is a poignant novel that explores the lives of children left to fend for themselves in a contemporary Moldovan village. Through the letters of its young protagonist, we witness the harsh realities of growing up alone with sadness and longing. The story unfolds as Cristina, twelve years old, takes on the responsibility of caring for her two younger brothers after their parents leave in search of work abroad. As she navigates the challenges of survival, she must also confront the pain of losing a sense of family and normalcy. This powerful novel sheds light on a painful true reality: the lives and struggles of children left home alone by parents who have gone to work abroad. With its honest portrayal of childhood hardship and resilience, Kinderland A Novel is a thought-provoking read that will resonate with anyone interested in stories about family, love, and survival.