1945 and Other Stories

Exploring the aftermath of World War II in Central Europe, the narrative delves into the struggles of returning Jews, displaced Swabians, and Hungarians in Felvidék. It addresses profound social dramas and individual stories, examining how personal desires challenge societal norms and lead to life-altering consequences. Key characters include a man grappling with gender identity within religious constraints, a teenager navigating unrequited love and rivalry, and a deaf-mute boy seeking solace in the animal world amid human rejection.