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In this evocative memoir‑like narrative, Ursula Hegi chronicles Hanna Malter's childhood in a small German town during the 1950s. While growing up, Hanna develops a profound bond with her unconventional mother and forges an unexpected friendship with the illegitimate son of an American GI. The story is enriched by the town’s dwarf librarian, whose tales of local lore—served with tea and innuendo—provide both humor and insight into community life.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Ursula Hegi
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