Zabalbeascoa, Julian

What We Tried to Bury Grows Here

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ISBN 13:
9781953387530
author:
Zabalbeascoa, Julian
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Two Dollar Radio
language:
English
Publication Year:
2024
Pages:
300
Dimensions:
19.3 x 15 x 2 centimetres (0.34
Genre:
Fiction & Literature Literary Fiction & Literature
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£19.78

Description

Daring and unflinching, What We Tried to Bury Grows Here is a masterful tale of survival, longing, and empathy set against the backdrop of the Spanish Civil War. Against the backdrop of war and uncertainty, a diverse cast of characters - from priests and soldiers to mothers and children - share their stories of struggle and resilience. Through their voices, the horrors of war are laid bare, yet the book also reveals the quiet acts of defiance and courage that defined a generation. The author's meticulous research and deep understanding of the region's history bring to life the complex web of politics and culture that shaped the lives of those living through this tumultuous period. As the war rages on, the world is forever changed, and the people of Spain's Basque region are left to confront the devastating consequences of their country's descent into conflict. Through its powerful and haunting narrative, What We Tried to Bury Grows Here offers a powerful exploration of the human cost of war and the enduring power of hope and resistance.

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