The Scent of Roses in Winter

The narrative follows Edward Klein, who, facing terminal cancer in the 1960s, seeks to share his life story with his grandson. As he embarks on a journey through his past, he grapples with combat stress syndrome, which triggers vivid memories of his childhood in the Ukrainian German colonies, his experiences in World War I at Verdun, and the tumultuous revolutions of 1918-1921. This reflective journey is intertwined with the challenges of his two marriages, revealing the complexities of his life and the legacy he wishes to impart.