The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain
The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
Czechoslovakia • 1960s-1980s
2007
Adult
12+ years
Super Short Summary
The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain by Peter Sís is a graphic memoir depicting a person's childhood and adolescence in Cold War-era Prague. Through illustrations and narrative, it explores the impact of political oppression and the longing for artistic freedom in a communist regime.
Informative
Mysterious
Nostalgic
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain by Peter Sís is lauded for its captivating illustrations and personal narrative, effectively depicting life in Cold War-era Czechoslovakia. Readers appreciate the blend of visual storytelling and historical context. Some critique the limited text detail, wishing for deeper exploration of events. Overall, it’s engaging and informative.
Who Should Read The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain?
Readers interested in The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain by Peter Sís often enjoy illustrated memoirs like Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi. They appreciate graphic narratives that explore historical and political themes through personal experiences and visual storytelling. Ideal for those curious about life under authoritarian regimes.
4,782 ratings
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Book • Nonfiction
Czechoslovakia • 1960s-1980s
2007
Adult
12+ years
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