Nuestra América - by Claudio Lomnitz (Hardcover)

Nuestra América: My Family in the Vertigo of Translation is a captivating memoir that delves into the author's family history, intellectual autobiography, and eyewitness account of World War II, the Holocaust, and the kibbutzim.

This book is a must-read for those interested in the vagaries of 20th-century history, with its diasporas, migrations, settlements, and resettlements.

The author's search for intellectual and spiritual sources in his family history is both personal and universal, offering a unique perspective on the creation of intellectual and political communities.

Through the story of his grandfather's collaboration with Mariátegui in Peru, Lomnitz uncovers an inspiring chapter on the creation of secular humanist traditions.

With narrative mastery, Lomnitz leads us on an unsuspected journey from the outskirts of Bessarabia to Latin America and the United States, speaking eight languages and experiencing multiple cultures.

This book is a riveting study of the intersections between Jewish and Latin American culture, offering a glimpse into the lives of so many spirited men and women who started new lives, learned new languages, and embraced new cultures while trying to keep a connection with their Jewish heritage.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary book that sheds light on the human condition and the quest for meaning amidst dark times.