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A Little Annihilation delves into the harrowing experiences of wartime trauma, specifically focusing on the historical context of Poland during World War II. This profound trade paperback, published in 2020, brings forth the personal story of nine-year-old Teresa Ferenc, a young girl who witnessed the horrific events of June 1, 1943, as her village of Sochy was obliterated by German soldiers. Through the eyes of Teresa and her daughter, author Anna Janko, readers are offered a deeply personal dialogue that examines the long-lasting effects of war on familial relationships and the legacy of trauma passed through generations.
This poignant narrative not only details the atrocities faced by individuals during wartime but also highlights the psychological struggle of remembering and reconciling with a painful past. Janko's account is a blend of historical insight and emotional depth, reflecting the ethics of helplessness and the lingering scars of conflict. As acclaimed author Olga Tokarczuk notes, 'Scenes from the war live on as trauma in the memory of the next generation.'
Perfect for those interested in historical fiction that tackles themes of memory, loss, and the impact of violence on ordinary lives, A Little Annihilation is an essential read. It reminds us that while history often glosses over personal accounts, the reality of war continues to ripple through time.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW | ISBN: 9781642860665 | Format: Trade paperback (US) | Publisher: World Editions.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781642860665
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: World Editions
Description:
June 1, 1943, Eastern Poland.
Within just a few hours, the village of Sochy had ceased to exist. Buildings were burned. Residents shot.
Among the survivors was nine-year-old Teresa Ferenc, who saw her family murdered by German soldiers, and would never forget what she witnessed the day she became an orphan. The horror of that event was etched into her very being and passed on to her daughter, author Anna Janko.
A Little Annihilation bears witness to both the crime and its aftershocks — the trauma visited on the next generation — as revealed in a beautifully scripted and deeply personal mother-daughter dialogue. As she fathoms the full dimension of the tragedy, Janko reflects on memory and loss, the ethics of helplessness, and the lingering effects of war.
'Scenes from the war live on as trauma in the memory of the next generation. A Little Annihilation by Anna Janko is an extraordinarily personal and powerful account of how the worst wartime atrocities affect ordinary people and are seldom recorded in the official histories.' — Olga Tokarczuk, winner of the Man Booker International Prize for Flights
'This is a book about children in war and how we inherit trauma — factual and unflinching, but touching and tender…As with Svetlana Alexievich's reportage, in this book war is shown not only as a tragic episode in history, but as a living memory, which even after many years puts us on our guard as a danger which could recur.' — Lithub
This poignant narrative not only details the atrocities faced by individuals during wartime but also highlights the psychological struggle of remembering and reconciling with a painful past. Janko's account is a blend of historical insight and emotional depth, reflecting the ethics of helplessness and the lingering scars of conflict. As acclaimed author Olga Tokarczuk notes, 'Scenes from the war live on as trauma in the memory of the next generation.'
Perfect for those interested in historical fiction that tackles themes of memory, loss, and the impact of violence on ordinary lives, A Little Annihilation is an essential read. It reminds us that while history often glosses over personal accounts, the reality of war continues to ripple through time.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW | ISBN: 9781642860665 | Format: Trade paperback (US) | Publisher: World Editions.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781642860665
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: World Editions
Description:
June 1, 1943, Eastern Poland.
Within just a few hours, the village of Sochy had ceased to exist. Buildings were burned. Residents shot.
Among the survivors was nine-year-old Teresa Ferenc, who saw her family murdered by German soldiers, and would never forget what she witnessed the day she became an orphan. The horror of that event was etched into her very being and passed on to her daughter, author Anna Janko.
A Little Annihilation bears witness to both the crime and its aftershocks — the trauma visited on the next generation — as revealed in a beautifully scripted and deeply personal mother-daughter dialogue. As she fathoms the full dimension of the tragedy, Janko reflects on memory and loss, the ethics of helplessness, and the lingering effects of war.
'Scenes from the war live on as trauma in the memory of the next generation. A Little Annihilation by Anna Janko is an extraordinarily personal and powerful account of how the worst wartime atrocities affect ordinary people and are seldom recorded in the official histories.' — Olga Tokarczuk, winner of the Man Booker International Prize for Flights
'This is a book about children in war and how we inherit trauma — factual and unflinching, but touching and tender…As with Svetlana Alexievich's reportage, in this book war is shown not only as a tragic episode in history, but as a living memory, which even after many years puts us on our guard as a danger which could recur.' — Lithub