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Discover 'Burning Cities', a powerful historical novel by renowned Estonian author Kai Aareleid. This poignant story takes you on an evocative journey through Soviet-era Estonia, exploring the intertwined lives of a family and their nation during tumultuous times. Translated into English for the first time, this enchanting tale unfolds against the backdrop of Tartu, where young Tiina navigates the complexities of childhood amid the harsh realities of Communist society. From the aftermath of World War II to the oppressive atmosphere of Stalin's reign, Tiina witnesses both personal and historical tragedies that shape her family and their future. With themes of loss, resilience, and the haunting weight of memory, 'Burning Cities' is not only a compelling family drama but also a vivid portrayal of life under Soviet rule. Ideal for fans of historical fiction and those interested in Baltic literature, this captivating saga will keep readers engrossed from start to finish. Don't miss the chance to immerse yourself in this beautifully written narrative.
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: 9780720620290
Year: 2018
Publisher: Peter Owen Publishers
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: 9780720620290
Year: 2018
Publisher: Peter Owen Publishers
Description:
'This story glows somewhere on the fringes of my consciousness, so close I can almost touch it.'
Part of the Peter Owen World Series: Baltics. Estonian author Kai Aareleid's novel, 'Burning Cities', is a poetic historical saga, in which the fortunes of a small family parallel those of a small nation under Communism. A young girl growing up in Soviet Estonia is witness to tragic events both grand and domestic.
Opening up about her family history, Tiina revisits the first two decades of her life following the Second World War, in Tartu, Estonia. The city, destroyed by Nazi invasion then rebuilt and re-mapped by the Soviets, is home to many secrets, and little Tiina knows them all, even if she does not know their import. The adult world that makes up Communist society, is one of cryptic conversations, undiagnosed dread and heavy drinking. From the death of Stalin to the gradual separation of her parents, Tiina, as a young girl, experiences both domestic and great events from the periphery, and is, therefore, powerless to prevent the defining tragedy in her life - a suicide in the family.Translated for the first time into English, 'Burning Cities' is an intimate portrayal of life under Soviet Communism and an absorbing family drama told with poetic precision.
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: 9780720620290
Year: 2018
Publisher: Peter Owen Publishers
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: 9780720620290
Year: 2018
Publisher: Peter Owen Publishers
Description:
'This story glows somewhere on the fringes of my consciousness, so close I can almost touch it.'
Part of the Peter Owen World Series: Baltics. Estonian author Kai Aareleid's novel, 'Burning Cities', is a poetic historical saga, in which the fortunes of a small family parallel those of a small nation under Communism. A young girl growing up in Soviet Estonia is witness to tragic events both grand and domestic.
Opening up about her family history, Tiina revisits the first two decades of her life following the Second World War, in Tartu, Estonia. The city, destroyed by Nazi invasion then rebuilt and re-mapped by the Soviets, is home to many secrets, and little Tiina knows them all, even if she does not know their import. The adult world that makes up Communist society, is one of cryptic conversations, undiagnosed dread and heavy drinking. From the death of Stalin to the gradual separation of her parents, Tiina, as a young girl, experiences both domestic and great events from the periphery, and is, therefore, powerless to prevent the defining tragedy in her life - a suicide in the family.Translated for the first time into English, 'Burning Cities' is an intimate portrayal of life under Soviet Communism and an absorbing family drama told with poetic precision.