The book offers profound insights into love, time, and the mysteries of presence and absence, expressed through a rich tapestry of poetic forms. Penelope's voice provides sharp, wise reflections on the complexities of human emotions, likening love to a school of fish and time to a tapestry. The language is both musical and technical, showcasing the author's mastery. Readers are invited to explore the emotional depths of the heart, guided by Penelope's mapped journey through life's challenges, reassuring them of a safe passage.
In the vein of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas and Number the Stars, this fusion of fairy tales, folklore, and World War II history eloquently illustrates the power of love and the inherent will to survive even in the darkest of times. In the land of dolls, there is magic. In the land of humans, there is war. Everywhere there is pain. But together there is hope. Karolina is a living doll whose king and queen have been overthrown. But when a strange wind spirits her away from the Land of the Dolls, she finds herself in Kraków, Poland, in the company of the Dollmaker, a man with an unusual power and a marked past. The Dollmaker has learned to keep to himself, but Karolina’s courageous and compassionate manner lead him to smile and to even befriend a violin-playing father and his daughter—that is, once the Dollmaker gets over the shock of realizing a doll is speaking to him. But their newfound happiness is dashed when Nazi soldiers descend upon Poland. Karolina and the Dollmaker quickly realize that their Jewish friends are in grave danger, and they are determined to help save them, no matter what the risks.
Focusing on the experiences of immigrant domestic workers, this influential study combines insights from Women's Studies and Sociology. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, it remains a crucial reference in academic research. The new introduction by Romero provides an updated perspective, addressing recent developments and affirming the ongoing relevance of the book's themes in contemporary society.
Offering an overview of scholarly and activist tradition in the development of
intersectionality and how to apply intersectionality as a lens to enrich our
understandings of social life, this introductory text will be an invaluable
and welcome resource for all students of sociology.
