The Book of Dirt

Discover the poignant tale within The Book of Dirt, a remarkable historical fiction novel that delves deep into themes of love, survival, and the powerful legacy of storytelling. Set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II, this gripping narrative follows Jakub Rand, who flees his village for Prague, only to face the grim realities of the Nazi regime. Deported to Theresienstadt concentration camp, he finds purpose in sorting through Jewish books for a so-called Museum of the Extinct Race, where a hidden tattered prayer book holds not just pages, but memories entwined with a pile of dirt. Meanwhile, Frantiska Roubickova grapples with her shattered marriage and the agonizing choice she must make to save her daughters from the looming threat of transport. This historical fiction masterfully intertwines the lives of these characters with themes of Jewish myths and family secrets, leading Bram Presser decades later as he seeks the truth behind his family's extraordinary survival stories. With 320 pages filled with emotional depth and insightful reflections, The Book of Dirt is a testament to the human spirit and the importance of memory. Ideal for readers seeking profound narratives intertwined with history, this novel is a must-have for your collection. Plus, enjoy FREE shipping on your order! Note: combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922268259
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 320


Description:
They chose not to speak and now they are gone...What's left to fill the silence is no longer theirs. This is my story, woven from the threads of rumour and legend.

Jakub Rand flees his village for Prague, only to find himself trapped by the Nazi occupation. Deported to the Theresienstadt concentration camp, he is forced to sort through Jewish books for a so-called Museum of the Extinct Race. Hidden among the rare texts is a tattered prayer book, hollow inside, containing a small pile of dirt.

Back in the city, Frantiska Roubickova picks over the embers of her failed marriage, despairing of her conversion to Judaism. When the Nazis summon her two eldest daughters for transport, she must sacrifice everything to save the girls from certain death.

Decades later, Bram Presser embarks on a quest to find the truth behind the stories his family built around these remarkable survivors.

The Book of Dirt is a completely original novel about love, family secrets, and Jewish myths. And it is a heart-warming story about a grandson's devotion to the power of storytelling and his family's legacy.

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