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Julia Mayer

    Julia Mayer, born in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, grew up by the Baltic Sea, but left it behind to set sail in Berlin. She has been writing novels since she was fourteen, exploring a wide range of genres. Her work encompasses everything from science-fantasy and fairytale-like young adult novels to lesbian romance. She delves into diverse themes and often experiments with various literary styles.

    Painting Resilience
    • Painting Resilience

      The Life and Art of Fred Terna

      • 228 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      The narrative delves into the profound impact of Fred Terna's art as a means of survival through four concentration camps. It chronicles his post-WWII journey, including a marriage to his childhood sweetheart, their escape across multiple countries, and the challenges they faced, including their eventual divorce. The story also highlights Terna's later life, marked by a fulfilling marriage to another survivor's daughter and the family they built together, illustrating themes of resilience and the enduring power of art amidst trauma.

      Painting Resilience