Description
Discover the powerful narrative in 'With Just One Suitcase', a profoundly moving book that intertwines the histories of two families, spanning across continents and generations. Published by Wild Dingo Press in 2017, this epic tale portrays the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, making it an essential addition to your bookshelf. With thematic elements of migration, survival, and family, it vividly recounts how two men, scarred by the ravages of war, embark on a journey toward hope and new beginnings in Australia.
You will be transported to semi-rural Romania during World War II, experiencing the upheaval that dislocation brings to families. The author, Cheryl Koenig, brilliantly captures the emotional and physical trials faced by those who must start anew in a foreign land, blending personal stories with historical insight. Readers are drawn into a gripping biography that showcases the courage required to embrace change and resilience amid chaos. This beautifully crafted work is not only a historical account but also a testament to optimism in the face of life's challenges.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a reader seeking inspiration, or someone interested in narratives about migration, 'With Just One Suitcase' will resonate deeply. It’s a story of hope, friendship, and the unbreakable bonds of family.
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: 9780987178589.
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: 9780987178589
Year: 2017
Publisher: Wild Dingo Press
Description:
This epic book, spanning two continents, recounts the story of three generations of two families whose lives unexpectedly intersect in their adopted country. Beautifully capturing the loss faced when war dislocates families, it also tells of the struggles and challenges of starting anew and adapting to a different way of life. With Just One Suitcase serves as a tribute to the courage and resilience of two men who bear the scars of war and face adversity without surrendering their optimism for the future.
"Cheryl Koenig is to be congratulated. She has written a masterpiece. With great skill Cheryl has written an immensely readable, gripping biog documenting daily life in a crazed world. The story begins with a thumbnail sketch of life in semi rural Romania at the outbreak of the second world war and moves on to relate the experiences, in that country, of her then youthful father & father-in-law. Many years later, in Sydney, Australia, they chance to be reunited when Cheryl nervously introduces her father to the father of her future husband. The writing is powerful, in the first person, giving the reader a fly-on-the-wall feeling of being there. Having thoroughly researched the period Cheryl is able to construe the hitherto unknown Romanian perspective with great credibility, and, as if they hadn't already suffered enough, she goes on to relate how these amazing young men had the courage and strength to take flight and start a new life in this far flung land. That they survived at all is a miracle." – Sylvia Levi, Goodreads review
You will be transported to semi-rural Romania during World War II, experiencing the upheaval that dislocation brings to families. The author, Cheryl Koenig, brilliantly captures the emotional and physical trials faced by those who must start anew in a foreign land, blending personal stories with historical insight. Readers are drawn into a gripping biography that showcases the courage required to embrace change and resilience amid chaos. This beautifully crafted work is not only a historical account but also a testament to optimism in the face of life's challenges.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a reader seeking inspiration, or someone interested in narratives about migration, 'With Just One Suitcase' will resonate deeply. It’s a story of hope, friendship, and the unbreakable bonds of family.
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: 9780987178589.
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: 9780987178589
Year: 2017
Publisher: Wild Dingo Press
Description:
This epic book, spanning two continents, recounts the story of three generations of two families whose lives unexpectedly intersect in their adopted country. Beautifully capturing the loss faced when war dislocates families, it also tells of the struggles and challenges of starting anew and adapting to a different way of life. With Just One Suitcase serves as a tribute to the courage and resilience of two men who bear the scars of war and face adversity without surrendering their optimism for the future.
"Cheryl Koenig is to be congratulated. She has written a masterpiece. With great skill Cheryl has written an immensely readable, gripping biog documenting daily life in a crazed world. The story begins with a thumbnail sketch of life in semi rural Romania at the outbreak of the second world war and moves on to relate the experiences, in that country, of her then youthful father & father-in-law. Many years later, in Sydney, Australia, they chance to be reunited when Cheryl nervously introduces her father to the father of her future husband. The writing is powerful, in the first person, giving the reader a fly-on-the-wall feeling of being there. Having thoroughly researched the period Cheryl is able to construe the hitherto unknown Romanian perspective with great credibility, and, as if they hadn't already suffered enough, she goes on to relate how these amazing young men had the courage and strength to take flight and start a new life in this far flung land. That they survived at all is a miracle." – Sylvia Levi, Goodreads review