The Seven Good Years

Discover 'The Seven Good Years' by Etgar Keret, a compelling memoir that blends humor and poignancy amidst the backdrop of a tumultuous life. In this insightful account, Keret reflects on the joys and trials between the birth of his son, Lev, during a terrorist attack in Tel Aviv, and the sorrowful moments following his father's illness. As a master storyteller, Keret invites readers into his unique world filled with absurdities, nightmares, and the humor found in everyday struggles. This trade paperback edition (2015, Scribe Publications) comprises 192 pages of captivating narrative that navigates the delicate interplay between fatherhood, personal trials, and the socio-political climate of Israel. Readers will be treated to amusing observations and heartfelt musings on topics ranging from parenting to the complexities of modern life. With themes of love, resilience, and the search for light in dark times, 'The Seven Good Years' is sure to resonate with anyone seeking a blend of laughter and reflection. Order now at Smartfox NZ to enjoy FREE shipping!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925106435
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2015
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 192


Description:
A brilliant, hilarious memoir from a master storyteller.
The seven years between the birth of Etgar Keret's son, Lev, and the death of his father were good years, but still full of reasons to worry. Lev was born in the middle of a terrorist attack in Tel Aviv. Etgar's father became sick. And Etgar has been constantly tormented by nightmarish visions of the former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, anti-Semitic remarks both real and imagined, and, perhaps most worrisome of all, a dogged telemarketer who seems likely to chase him to the grave. Emerging from these darkly absurd circumstances is a series of funny, touching ruminations on everything from his three-year-old son's impending military service to the terrorist mindset behind Angry Birds.
The Seven Good Years is a tender and entertaining tale of a father bringing up his son in a country beset by wars and alarms. Told in Etgar's inimitable style, this wise, witty memoir is full of wonder and love, poignant insights, and irrepressible humour. Moving deftly between the personal and the political, the playful and the profound, it reveals the human need to find good in the least likely places, and the stories we tell ourselves to make sense of our capricious world.


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