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Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative follows poet Karen Gershon as she copes with the tragic loss of her sister Anne shortly after their escape from Nazi Germany. The book explores Karen's journey from 1939 to 1943, detailing her struggles to adapt to British culture while navigating the challenging transition from adolescence to adulthood. Through personal and historical lenses, the sequel delves into themes of resilience, identity, and the impact of war on personal lives.
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A Tempered Wind: An Autobiography, Karen Gershon
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- A Tempered Wind: An Autobiography
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Karen Gershon
- Publisher
- Northwestern University Press
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 216
- ISBN13
- 9780810126138
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative follows poet Karen Gershon as she copes with the tragic loss of her sister Anne shortly after their escape from Nazi Germany. The book explores Karen's journey from 1939 to 1943, detailing her struggles to adapt to British culture while navigating the challenging transition from adolescence to adulthood. Through personal and historical lenses, the sequel delves into themes of resilience, identity, and the impact of war on personal lives.