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There are moments in the life of young Katarina when it seems to her that sailing through time she is gradually losing parts of herself, her soul and feelings, like a wooden boat shedding the damaged or rotten planks from which it was made, and that the lost planks are being replaced with new ones from another kind of wood. There’s a growing, nagging fear that if this process continues, time will make a completely different person out of her, composed of unfamiliar material, which will undermine the image she has of herself and uses as a rudder while sailing through life. Will she then still be the Katarina she was before?At the same time she has the feeling that someone not necessarily of this world is accompanying her through life, gathering the lost planks, and reassembling from them her first self, built of memories and thoughts that belonged to the “original” Katarina, while the memories and thoughts of the “new” Katarina, built from other experiences, from a different understanding of those experiences, will become a kind of double, a Katarina #2. Will they be able to co-exist in the same space and time? Will they have conflicts, war with one another? Will one have to die for the other to live?

Set against the backdrop of 1960s Yugoslavia, the narrative delves into the troubled mind of a young Roma man. This exploration reveals the complexities of his identity and the societal challenges he faces, offering a gripping portrayal of personal and cultural conflict. The story intricately weaves themes of alienation, heritage, and the struggle for self-acceptance, providing a poignant insight into the life of a marginalized individual during a tumultuous period.

A man's search for identity unfolds after a surfing accident in Bali leaves him amnesiac. Guided by an Australian neurologist, he embarks on a series of morally ambiguous tasks across various countries, blurring the lines between therapy and manipulation. Communicating his experiences through emails, he reflects on his disorientation in a globalized world devoid of meaning. The narrative weaves a dreamlike journey filled with adventures and philosophical musings, ultimately deepening the mystery of his quest for home and self.

Part of the Peter Owen World Series. A new novel from internationally renowned author of My Father's Dreams. When a family move out to the countryside to restore a dilapidated farmhouse, progress is halted by the arrival of their chaotic relatives. Flisar handles the absurd events like no other writer, imbuing the smallest incidents with meaning.

Smart and quick-witted, Evald Flisar's latest novel weaves a tragicomic narrative that explores the intricacies of human experience. The story delves into themes of irony and the absurdities of life, presenting characters that navigate their challenges with a blend of humor and poignancy. Flisar's unique storytelling captures the essence of the human condition, making for an engaging and thought-provoking read.

A tale of innocence abused, 'My FAther's Dreams' is uniquely brave novel by one of Europe's greatest writers.