Nobody's Son: A Memoir

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The narrative explores the harrowing journey of Mark Slouka's parents, who fled Czechoslovakia after surviving Nazi persecution, only to face the threat of Communist purges. Their escape takes them from Innsbruck to Sydney and finally to New York, carrying the weight of their traumatic past filled with blood and betrayal. This rich backdrop sets the stage for Slouka's own story, shaped by the struggles and resilience of his family's history.