Der Hase Mit Den Bernsteinaugen by Edmund de Waal

A Hidden Inheritance

The book is a captivating family memoir that traces the history of a collection of Japanese netsuke, small intricately carved sculptures, through several generations of a prominent European Jewish family. The narrative spans from 19th-century Paris to Vienna, Tokyo, and London, intertwining personal stories with historical events, including the rise of the Nazis and the impact of World War II. Through meticulous research and personal reflection, the author explores themes of art, memory, and the resilience of family heritage, offering a poignant meditation on the enduring power of objects to connect past and present.