Verlorene Orte – liebevoll kartografiert Ein Haus mit einem kapriziösen Eigenleben und nicht minder eigenwilligen Bewohnern: Mit Witz, Charme und Poesie spürt Bessa Myftiu den verschwundenen Orten ihrer Kindheit in Albanien nach und erzählt von den trickreichen Überlebenskünsten kauzig-liebenswerter Verwandter. Im Elternhaus schlendert sie von Zimmer zu Zimmer, streift durch die Straßen ihres Viertels und gelangt schließlich an die Adriaküste: Von dort legen die Schiffe Richtung Westen ab ...
The Woman's Memory Series
This series delves into the profound and often unspoken aspects of female lives and experiences. Through compelling narratives, it explores childhood traumas, complex familial bonds, and societal taboos. The authors examine themes of identity, memory, and resilience in the face of adversity. It offers an intimate look at the female psyche and its journey through the world.
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Baltimore
- 242 pages
- 9 hours of reading
The narrative centers on a Belgrade writer in her forties grappling with deep-seated inner conflicts that have led her to a standstill in life. As she examines her daily existence—encompassing her marriage, family, and friendships—she confronts a blend of uncertainty, boredom, and frustration, particularly during therapy sessions. Her struggle with writer's block serves as a metaphor for her stifled life, reflecting themes of silence, voyeurism, and fleeting online connections that highlight her disconnect from reality.