Vignettes

Exploring his formative years in Daruvar, Croatia, Josip Novakovich reflects on his education in a castle surrounded by wine barrels, where the aromas of fermentation mingled with lessons in math, grammar, history, and literature. The vivid imagery and unique setting provide a backdrop for his memories, blending the innocence of youth with the intoxicating influence of his environment. Through these vignettes, Novakovich captures the essence of his upbringing and the cultural richness of his homeland.