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Christopher Isherwood recounts his formative years in Berlin during the rise of Nazism, offering an intimate view of the city’s bohemian scene and the growing threat of fascism. The memoir intertwines his personal experiences with reflections on friendship, artistic expression, and the challenges faced by gay men in a rapidly changing Europe. Through candid recollections, Isherwood provides a vivid portrait of his life as an English author navigating the complexities of exile, identity, and the looming war.
First publish date: 1978
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Christopher Isherwood
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