The Scent of Roses in Winter

Viac o knihe

The narrative follows Edward Klein, who, facing terminal cancer in the 1960s, seeks to share his life story with his grandson. As he embarks on a journey through his past, he grapples with combat stress syndrome, which triggers vivid memories of his childhood in the Ukrainian German colonies, his experiences in World War I at Verdun, and the tumultuous revolutions of 1918-1921. This reflective journey is intertwined with the challenges of his two marriages, revealing the complexities of his life and the legacy he wishes to impart.