Yiza
- 111 pages
- 4 hours of reading
First published in 2016 by Carl hanser Verlag as Das Meadchen mit dem Fingerhut.
Michael Köhlmeier is an Austrian writer whose works are characterized by a deep insight into human nature and the complexities of life. His writing often explores universal themes through engaging narratives and a distinctive style. Köhlmeier skillfully navigates various literary forms, enriching his artistic expression. His work resonates with readers due to its timeless quality and wisdom.







First published in 2016 by Carl hanser Verlag as Das Meadchen mit dem Fingerhut.
On the face of it, Winston Churchill and Charlie Chaplin—two icons of the twentieth century—couldn’t be more different. One is the grand statesman whose resolve led a nation in the struggle against Nazi Germany, the other the world-famous actor and comedian behind The Great Dictator, whose owns roots were in poverty and hardship. But in this moving novel, they are bound by a dark secret: both suffer from depression. When a chance encounter reveals what they share, an unusual and unlikely friendship ensues. A series of therapeutic meetings across the world, in Germany, England, and America, sees each become the other’s confidant as they talk of their “black dog days.” With the eye of a masterfully subtle narrator, Michael Köhlmeier imagines a startling friendship of unique understanding between this extraordinary pair: a friendship of the twentieth century between art and politics, humor and seriousness, but which at heart remains an understanding between two men—the poor tramp and the grand statesman—who bring together the history of the century.
Kunst und Wissenschaft sind frei. Die in diesem Buch versammelten Biografien von 32 Menschen sind nur ein kleiner Ausschnitt aus dem geistigen und menschlichen Potenzial, das die Nazis zu vernichten suchten. Wir finden in diesem Buch Lebensbilder von Menschen, die überlebt haben oder von denen zumindest eine Erinnerung überdauert hat. Wie viele hoffnungsvolle, kreative und geistvolle Menschen die Verfolgung nicht überlebt haben, wir wissen es nicht. Diese Biografien sind aber auch ein Beweis dafür, dass Wissenschaft und Kunst frei bleiben können, solange es Menschen gibt, die dafür kämpfen.