About the book
Following the Nazi annexation of Austria in March of 1938, Desider Furst, his wife, and his daughter suddenly found themselves hunted outlaws, holders of a German passport branded with a red \"J\" for Jewish. They escaped from Vienna and eventually settled in England, where they spent the war years as \"enemy aliens.\" In 1971 they emigrated once more, this time voluntarily, to the United States. Home is Somewhere Else is a dual-voice, autobiographical narration by father and daughter, recounting the family's displacements, obstacles, and repeated reversals.
The experiences documented here are typical of many Central Europeans whose lives were radically and painfully affected by the Nazis. This book's originality lies in its narrative format and its revelation of what befell the \"lucky\" ones merely on the margins of the Holocaust.
Editions of Home Is Somewhere Else
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780791419694
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780791419700
- PDF
- ISBN 9781438403533
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Following the Nazi annexation of Austria in March of 1938, Desider Furst, his wife, and his daughter suddenly found themselves hunted outlaws, holders of a German passport branded with a red \"J\" for Jewish. They escaped from Vienna and eventually settled in England, where they spent the war years as \"enemy aliens.\" In 1971 they emigrated once more, this time voluntarily, to the United States. Home is Somewhere Else is a dual-voice, autobiographical narration by father and daughter, recounting the family's displacements, obstacles, and repeated reversals.
The experiences documented here are typical of many Central Europeans whose lives were radically and painfully affected by the Nazis. This book's originality lies in its narrative format and its revelation of what befell the \"lucky\" ones merely on the margins of the Holocaust.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Home Is Somewhere Else about?
Following the Nazi annexation of Austria in March of 1938, Desider Furst, his wife, and his daughter suddenly found themselves hunted outlaws, holders of a German passport branded with a red \"J\" for Jewish. They escaped from Vienna and eventually settled in England, where they spent the war years as \"enemy aliens.\" In 1971 they emigrated once more, this time voluntarily, to the United States. Home is Somewhere Else is a dual-voice, autobiographical narration by father and daughter, recounting the family's displacements, obstacles, and repeated reversals.
The experiences documented here are typical of many Central Europeans whose lives were radically and painfully affected by the Nazis. This book's originality lies in its narrative format and its revelation of what befell the \"lucky\" ones merely on the margins of the Holocaust.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Home Is Somewhere Else?
History and Archaeology > History > History: specific events and topics > Genocide and ethnic cleansing > The Holocaust
Where can I read a sample of Home Is Somewhere Else?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780791419694
How long is Home Is Somewhere Else and how many pages does it have?
Home Is Somewhere Else has 264 page(s)
Is Home Is Somewhere Else part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series SUNY series, The Margins of Literature
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Home Is Somewhere Else?
Desider Furst, Lilian R. Furst
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Home Is Somewhere Else is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780791419694) and paperback(ISBN 9780791419700) and pdf(ISBN 9781438403533)
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