His Daughter by Yoram Kaniuk
The novel explores the complexities of identity, memory, and the human condition through the story of a man who, after losing his daughter to a tragic accident, becomes obsessed with a young woman he believes to be her reincarnation. As he delves deeper into this conviction, his life intertwines with those of Holocaust survivors and the young woman's own troubled past, revealing a tapestry of narratives that question the nature of truth, the weight of history, and the possibility of redemption amidst profound loss. The narrative weaves together personal and collective histories, creating a poignant meditation on grief and the enduring impact of trauma across generations.
The 8520th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1988
- Nationality
- Israeli
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Hebrew
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- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)