The Cellist of Sarajevo

Discover 'The Cellist of Sarajevo'—a poignant novel by Steven Galloway that explores the human spirit amidst the chaos of war. Set in Sarajevo during the brutal siege, this captivating story unfolds over twenty-two days, marking the heart-wrenching events following a tragic bombing. The novel tells the tales of three intertwining characters: Kenan, who braves dangerous streets to fetch water for his family; Dragan, who aches for the presence of his loved ones; and Arrow, a skilled counter-sniper tasked with protecting the courageous cellist. As the cellist plays Albinoni's Adagio in G Minor each day to honor the victims, the narrative delves deep into themes of resilience, survival, and the refusal to succumb to hate, showcasing the indomitable spirit of humanity. This beautifully crafted tale is not just about loss and despair; it is about hope amidst devastation, making 'The Cellist of Sarajevo' a must-read book for anyone seeking to understand the depth of the human experience during conflict. Made for readers who appreciate profound narratives, this paperback edition is offered at Smartfox NZ, with free shipping available. Grab your copy now and experience a story that resonates far beyond the pages.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781921520150
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2009
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 230


Description:
Sarajevo- a city under siege. As the mortars fall and the snipers conduct their deadly business, a cellist sits at his window, playing Albinoni's Adagio in G Minor. Then a bomb kills twenty-two people waiting in line to buy bread on the street below.

For the next twenty-two days he will carry his cello into the cratered street at four each afternoon and play the Adagio in memory of the dead.

Steven Galloway's The Cellist of Sarajevo imagines those twenty-two days through the eyes of three of its citizens- Kenan who sets out every few days to fetch water for his family; Dragan who longs to be reunited with his wife and son; and Arrow, a crack 'counter-sniper' who is assigned the job of keeping the cellist alive.

Exquisite and profoundly moving, The Cellist of Sarajevo gives life to the courage of a broken city. It is a story about survival, about the temptation to hate and the refusal to do so, about the persistence of the human spirit in a time of fear and suffering.


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