Dita Saxova by Arnost Lustig
The novel is a poignant exploration of the life of a young Holocaust survivor grappling with the traumas of her past while trying to navigate the complexities of her new life. The protagonist, a teenage girl, finds herself living with her aunt in post-war Prague after enduring the horrors of a Nazi concentration camp. The narrative delves into her struggles with identity, memory, and the challenge of moving forward when the shadows of loss and guilt loom large. Through her journey, the book examines themes of survival, the search for meaning, and the resilience of the human spirit in the aftermath of atrocity.
The 4895th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1962
- Nationality
- Czech
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Czech
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This book is on the following lists:
- 93rd on 100 Best Novels, in Translation, Since 1900 (CounterPunch)