Now in paperback: The New York Times bestselling memoir hailed as “unforgettable†(Publishers Weekly) and “a stunning memoir of cultural trauma and personal identity†(Booklist). At age 38; Jennifer Teege happened to pluck a library book from the shelf—and discovered a horrifying fact: Her grandfather was Amon Goeth; the vicious Nazi commandant depicted in Schindler’s List. Reviled as the “butcher of Płaszów;†Goeth was executed in 1946. The more Teege learned about him; the more certain she became: If her grandfather had met her—a black woman—he would have killed her. Teege’s discovery sends her into a severe depression—and fills her with questions: Why did her birth mother withhold this chilling secret? How could her grandmother have loved a mass murderer? Can evil be inherited? Teege’s story is cowritten by Nikola Sellmair; who also adds historical context and insight from Teege’s family and friends; in an interwoven narrative. Ultimately; Teege’s search for the truth leads her; step by step; to the possibility of her own liberation.
#791819 in Books imusti 2014-02-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.39 x .69 x 6.27l; .93 #File Name: 1612346502184 pagesPotomac Books
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. If you think Turkey is what you serve for Thanksgiving; read this book and learn how important this country is to the worldBy Kevin J. AshleyAn excellent primer for Americans (like me) who do not understand the diversity or prominence of Turkey in the Middle East and in the World. Who knew that 10 percent of Turks do not believe in God or that 15 to 20 percent are Alevis who practice a liberal form of Islam that is accepting of other religions or that there are thriving Jewish and Christian communities in Turkey. I didn't. This book explains the players and their current juxtapositions politically and religiously. I recommend it as a quick read from which one can springboard into more in-depth analyses of how Turkey fits into the Middle East; the EU; NATO; and relationships with the USA.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. An Excellent Overview of Social; Political; and Economic Developments in TurkeyBy Jay L PorterSoner Cagaptay is a well-respected expert on Turkish politics and social issues; and his most recent book is a great primer for anyone wanting to fully understand the myriad of influences and events that have brought Turkey to where it is today. Cagaptay delves into some history to provide useful background; but the book does not get bogged down in historical recounting - it provides sufficient to explain current events and provide context. I appreciate that the author also examines Turkish culture from a variety of perspectives; explaining things like the AK Party's rise in terms of its economic successes; social movements; and political strategies. Every chapter in this book has good tidbits and insight that will help make sense of other scholarly articles and more current analyses. I highly recommend this as a starting point for understanding how Turks think; the government's motives; its relations with the West; and opportunities for future engagement with the United States.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Best short history of a rising economy that I have read.By salsaawiI recommend to anyone who visits Turkey. It's very easy reading and it gives you a good understanding of the Country rise.
