T. Gábor Szántó Book order

Gábor T. Szántó delves into the complexities of modern Jewish identity and history in his literary works. His writing is characterized by a profound insight into human destinies, often touching upon themes of memory, loss, and the search for roots. Szántó approaches his subjects with sensitivity and intelligence, offering readers engaging and thought-provoking literary experiences. His work explores the fragility of the human condition against the backdrop of a turbulent past.

2024
1945 and Other Stories
272 pages
10 hours of reading
Exploring the aftermath of World War II in Central Europe, the narrative delves into the struggles of returning Jews, displaced Swabians, and Hungarians in Felvidék. It addresses profound social dramas and individual stories, examining how personal desires challenge societal norms and lead to life-altering consequences. Key characters include a man grappling with gender identity within religious constraints, a teenager navigating unrequited love and rivalry, and a deaf-mute boy seeking solace in the animal world amid human rejection.

1945 and Other Stories