{"title":"Svenja Leiber","description":"\u003cp\u003eSvenja Leiber is a captivating voice in contemporary fiction, known for her vivid storytelling and poignant exploration of complex themes. Her works often delve into the intricate tapestry of human emotions, weaving narratives that resonate with readers on a profound level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her acclaimed works is \u003cem\u003eLast Country\u003c\/em\u003e, a novel that beautifully captures the essence of longing, identity, and the quest for belonging. Leiber's writing is marked by its lyrical prose and emotional depth, inviting readers into a world where the personal and political seamlessly intertwine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of literary fiction, Svenja Leiber's books offer an enriching reading experience that is both thought-provoking and deeply moving. Explore our collection to discover stories that linger long after the last page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"last-country-by-svenja-leiber-9781803090016","title":"Last Country","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNow in paperback, the epic tale of a violinist who must navigate the fractious world of early twentieth-century Germany.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Ruven Preuk stands apart from the village, on an August day in 1911, and listens.\"\u003c\/em\u003e Thus begins an epic \u003cem\u003ebildungsroman\u003c\/em\u003e about the life of Ruven Preuk, son of the wainwright, child of a sleepy village in Germany’s north, where life is both simple and harsh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRuven, though, is neither. He has the ability to see sounds, leading him to discover an uncanny gift for the violin. When he meets a talented teacher in the Jewish quarter, Ruven falls under the spell of a prodigious future. But as the twentieth century looms, Ruven’s pursuit of his craft takes a turn. In \u003cem\u003eLast Country\u003c\/em\u003e, Svenja Leiber spins a tale that moves from the mansions of a disappearing aristocracy to a communist rebellion, from a joyous village wedding to a Nazi official’s threats, from the First World War to the Second. As the world Ruven knows disappears, the gifted musician must grapple with an important question: to what end has he devoted himself to his art?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWinner of the 2015 Arno Reinfrank Literaturpreis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853270601964,"sku":"9781803090016","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27000253482829.jpg?v=1759194113"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/svenja-leiber.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}