A Double Thread

Growing Up English and Jewish in London

Auteurs

• John Gross

Paramètres

• 208 pages
• 8 heures de lecture

• Autobiographies et mémoires
• Biographies et réflexions
• Nonfiction

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Set against the backdrop of a forgotten London and its rich cultural tapestry, the narrative follows a bookish boy as he navigates his identity. The author, John Gross, reflects on his upbringing as the son of a Jewish doctor in the East End during a transformative period, from the 1920s through World War II. The memoir combines personal discovery with a vivid portrayal of a bygone era, earning praise for its readability and depth from notable figures like Antonia Fraser and Oliver Sacks.

Achat du livre

• Année de publication: 2002
• Reliure: (rigide)