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In der Sprache ihrer Eltern heißt Ada Insel. Ada denkt, auch sie wäre eine einsame Insel. Der Umgang mit anderen Menschen ist ihr oft unangenehm; wann sie sich wie verhalten soll, kann sie schwer einschätzen. Ada will geliebt werden, nicht von allen, unbedingt aber von den anderen.Poetisch und humorvoll erkundet Dilek Güngör in »A wie Ada« die Beziehungen ihrer Protagonistin, angefangen bei deren Kindergarten- und Schulfreundschaften bis hin zu ihren eigenen Kindern und ihrem Mann. In Miniaturen lernen wir eine stolze wie auch verletzliche Frau kennen, deren zwiespältige Sehnsucht nach Innig keit und Verbundenheit niemandem fremd ist.

Das 2023 in München stattgefundene Festival »Female Peace Palace« widmete sich dem Mut, den Vorstellungen und den Kämpfen von Frauen in Krieg und Widerstand. Mit Theater, Literatur, Gesprächen, Vorträgen und Podcasts wurde ein Bogen von einem visionären historischen Ereignis während des Ersten Weltkriegs - dem Internationalen Frauenfriedenskongress 1915 in Den Haag - hin zu aktuellen Konfliktzonen gespannt. Im Vertrauen auf die Kunst und das Theater suchten die Autor*innen, Künstler*innen, Journalist*innen und Wissenschaftler*innen nach Beschreibungen für die Dilemmata und Höllen des Krieges und widmeten sich gleichzeitig der Kraft, aus der gemeinsames Handeln dagegen wachsen kann. Das internationale Festival war eine erste Einladung, ins Imaginieren und Sprechen zu kommen, wo angesichts von Krieg und Hass Worte und Vorstellungsvermögen fehlen. Das gleichnamige Lesebuch dokumentiert das Festival der Monacensia und der Münchner Kammerspiele und erweitert es mit neuen Beiträgen.

Das Chilehaus in Hamburg wird 2024 einhundert Jahre alt. Wer sich dem architektonischen Wunderwerk nähert, stößt auf eine überraschende Vielzahl von Skulpturen. Vor allem sind es Tierfiguren: Flamingo, Schildkröte, Puma, Affen, Fische, Eidechse und andere Tiere mehr. Der Kondor fliegt gar als Galionsfigur dem Gebäude am spitzen Backsteinbug voran. Wer genau schaut, wird entdecken, dass das Gebäude voll von Abbildungen der südamerikanischen Symbolwelt und Mythologie ist. Hiervon erzählt Isabel Arends. In kurzen Episoden entfaltet sie den Geist Südamerikas, der sich in den Figuren des riesigen Gebäudes abbildet. Kurzweilig, ergreifend, spannend. Sie führt weit hinein in das 19. Jahrhundert Südamerikas, auf dessen Erträgen das Hamburger Chilehaus errichtet wurde. Stammt doch das nötige Baukapital aus den Geschäften, die Henry Sloman mit seinen Salpeterfabriken in der chilenischen Wüste betrieb. Isabel Arends ist eine Urenkelin des Bauherrn und führt in ihrem Buch Auswanderergeschichte, indigene Mythologie, Hamburger Architektur- und eigene Familiengeschichte zusammen. Ihre Erzählungen lassen das steinerne Chilehaus lebendig werden.

«Für einmal ist er allein unterwegs, wie immer zu Fuss, er kennt den Weg.» Im Oktober 1533 wandert der Franziskanermönch Bernardino Ochino zu Caterina Cibo, der Herzogin von Camerino. Die vertraulichen Gespräche, die sie in diesen Tagen führen und die Ochino später zu seiner Schrift «Sieben Dialoge» inspirieren, geben seinem Leben eine Wende. Über die Herzogin findet er Anschluss an die Gruppe der Spirituali, eine innerkatholische Reformbewegung, die im Italien der Renaissance nach Erneuerung strebt und der auch viele Frauen angehören. Ochino wird zum Hoffnungsträger für einen Frühling der Kirche in ganz Italien - bis die Inquisition auf ihn aufmerksam wird. Was macht Bernardino Ochino in den Augen der Mächtigen für Kirche und Staat so gefährlich? Was ist sein Geheimnis? Was der Zauber seines wider­ ständigen Geists?Ueli Greminger zeichnet in seinem biografischen Roman das bewegte Leben Bernardino Ochinos (1487- 1564) in den unruhigen Zeiten der Reformation nach. Berührend und kenntnisreich nimmt er die Lesenden mit: von Siena nach Genf, von Augsburg nach London, von Zürich nach Austerlitz - auf die Odyssee eines Ketzers aller Konfessionen.

A poesia é uma forma poderosa de expressar emoções e pensamentos, mostrando desde os momentos cotidianos até os mais transcendentais. Nesta coleção você encontra versos que refletem as diferentes facetas da existência humana, desde a alegria e o amor até a tristeza e a dor. O autor utiliza uma linguagem simples, mas profunda, cheia de imagens e metáforas, para expressar seus sentimentos e pensamentos sobre o mundo que o rodeia. O livro é dirigido a todos aqueles que buscam uma conexão com sua própria vida, com seus sonhos e seus medos, com seus acertos e seus erros. "A vida em versos" é um livro que celebra a poesia como uma forma de entender e transformar a realidade. Este livro é um convite para refletir sobre a vida e encontrar beleza e significado nos momentos mais simples e complexos.

The Crypt (Sarah Roberts Book Three) While Sarah Roberts searches for a weapon on the streets of Budapest, a strange man in a fedora follows her, but before she can find out who he is, she's arrested for a minor altercation. After her release from the Hungarian jail, she's ordered out of the country. The man in the fedora shows up at her Budapest hotel before she's to leave for the airport. He's from a psychic research organization, and she is to come with him back to the States. When she refuses, she's informed that she has no choice. She is now the property of the United States government.Sarah then receives a message that it all ends in The Crypt in nine days. While Sarah remains in Hungary and struggles to locate her target, she has to keep the Hungarian government off her back and the fedora-wearing American with a ten-man team hunting her. The only way to escape their reach is to fake her own death. Convinced it's her only option, Sarah concocts a plan that will deal with her target and have herself killed in the process.Here's what readers are saying about the Sarah Roberts Series:¿¿¿¿¿ - "This is a great series! I love it, and you should definitely read it! Each Sarah Roberts story gets more intriguing and more intense! I feel I know all the main characters personally, and I can't wait for the next thriller! Keep writing, Jonas Saul! Your fans await!"¿¿¿¿¿ - "Jonas Saul is one of the most talented writers of our time."¿¿¿¿¿ - "First book I read by Jonas Saul. One of the best books I have ever read."¿¿¿¿¿ - "Amazing! I've been looking forward to starting this series for a while; let me tell you, it does not disappoint! Absolutely filled to the brim with action, suspense, and thrills."¿¿¿¿¿ - "These books are an action-packed adrenaline rush that left me hungry for more! With each twist and turn, I got more invested in Sarah and her family, and I felt their struggles and pain! The series combines my two favorite things for a story - a great, heart-thumping journey and characters I can connect with emotionally. Sarah Roberts is the perfect strong yet vulnerable heroine for men and women everywhere to admire!"¿¿¿¿¿ - "I love Jonas Saul - my new favorite author."¿¿¿¿¿ - "I am an avid reader of Stephen King and Dean Koontz, and Jonas Saul won me over with this book."¿¿¿¿¿ - "To me, this is the best series I have ever read."¿¿¿¿¿ - "Love the series. Can't wait till another comes out. Jonas Saul is a great storyteller. Send more!"¿¿¿¿¿ - "The way the Sarah Roberts character grows and evolves is superb. Jonas Saul is one of the best contemporary writers alive today."¿¿¿¿¿ - "I haven't read a book by Jonas Saul I haven't loved! Highly, highly recommend!"

Soldiers, Witches and Taverns is a historical novel about two families in colonial New York and New England during the 150 years prior to the nation's founding. Many of the events in the story are historical, and most of the men and women really existed and are brought back to life in this gripping tale. Through these people and events, the author has woven an exciting story that ties them together in a way that carries the reader back into 17th and 18th century America.

It all began in 2021 when I saw an elastic band on the ground and to me it looked like a treble clef. I photographed it, gave it the title 'Variation on a Treble Clef in Shadow', and posted it on social media. Later that year on one of my daily walks I saw a shoelace that looked like an elephant hawk moth caterpillar, and then a little further down the road an elastic band resembling the mirror image of a six which I called 'Not a Roll of the Die'. I then seemed to notice elastic bands quite often whilst out on walks, and I loved the way my snapshots could turn them into something more than discarded rubber bands. The challenge I set myself was to create the title for each photograph in the time it took to capture the image and edit it to a square photo on my phone. I loved finding the bands in places where they would not be expected, such as The Great Orme and Loggerheads Country Park. A couple of friends started to notice my elastic band photos and commented on them positively. One friend took a trip to Australia to see her daughters and sent me a photograph of a purple elastic band, which became 'In a Puddle by the Laundry Shed in the Garden'. The connection across the miles was wonderful and the colour in these photos contrasted well with the greyer images I was photographing in Wales. In the same way as finding the detail in the little things by tweeting something I noticed on the way to work each morning during lockdown, these photographs gave me a focus for finding something unique within an ordinary moment in time. There is a marking of time within them that is matched by the poems written for each full moon of 2022. I love the fact that these photographs and poems have now been set down in a book.

The Warning (Sarah Roberts Book Two) Sarah Roberts has spent the last four years helping people stay alive and escape near-death experiences as messages from the dead come to her. She receives a daunting communication from the Other Side regarding her sister's murderer and where she can find him. The message isn't clear enough to confirm the man's identity, causing suspicion.When she receives The Warning, Sarah decides to disregard it. Then the tables turn, and now Sarah's being hunted instead of being the hunter. How many people have to die to catch one murderer? How far will Sarah go while talking to the dead to help the living?Here's what readers are saying about the Sarah Roberts Series:¿¿¿¿¿ - "This is a great series! I love it, and you should definitely read it! Each Sarah Roberts story gets more intriguing and more intense! I feel as if I know all the main characters personally, and I can't wait for the next thriller! Keep writing, Jonas Saul! Your fans await!"¿¿¿¿¿ - "Jonas Saul is one of the most talented writers of our time."¿¿¿¿¿ - "First book I read by Jonas Saul. One of the best books I have ever read."¿¿¿¿¿ - "Amazing! I've been looking forward to starting this series for a while, and let me tell you, it does not disappoint! Absolutely filled to the brim with action, suspense, and thrills."¿¿¿¿¿ - "These books are an action-packed adrenaline rush that left me hungry for more! With each twist and turn, I got more invested in Sarah and her family, and I felt their struggles and pain! The series combines my two favorite things for a story - a great, heart-thumping journey and characters I can connect with emotionally. Sarah Roberts is the perfect strong, yet vulnerable, heroine for men and women everywhere to admire!"¿¿¿¿¿ - "I love Jonas Saul - my new favorite author."¿¿¿¿¿ - "I am an avid reader of Stephen King and Dean Koontz, and Jonas Saul won me over with this book."¿¿¿¿¿ - "To me, this is the best series I have ever read."¿¿¿¿¿ - "Love the series. Can't wait till another comes out. Jonas Saul is a great storyteller. Send more!"¿¿¿¿¿ - "The way the Sarah Roberts character grows and evolves is superb. Jonas Saul is one of the best contemporary writers alive today."¿¿¿¿¿ - "I haven't read a book by Jonas Saul I haven't loved! Highly, highly, highly recommend!"¿¿¿¿¿ - "This is one of the best mystery series ever written. Jonas Saul is amazing. I recommend the entire Sarah Roberts to any reader, whether you're into mysteries or not."

Experience the charged world of Washington D.C. politics in Henry Adams' thrilling 1880 novel Democracy. When a wealthy young widow named Madeleine Lee arrives in the capital, she is swept into its social scene. A chance meeting with Senator Silas P. Ratcliffe leads to a tentative romance, as Madeleine believes she can positively influence the charismatic politician. However, as she navigates more of the powerful elite, her naïve idealism about democracy begins to crumble.Behind Ratcliffe's rising political star lies a web of patronage, compromises, and moral rationalizations required to succeed in Gilded Age politics. The closer Madeleine gets to this world of power brokers, the more her sentiments are tested between ambition for Ratcliffe and disillusionment with dirty deals. Adams provides an insider's view into the halls of government and 19th century Washington high society.With its dramatic portrayal of an ingenue entangled with larger-than-life characters, Democracy combines the suspenseful pace of a thriller with the social insight of literary fiction. Adams masterfully explores how principles give way to practicalities when idealists dare to believe they can change the system. This charged tale brings America's capital to life in all its glory and ruthlessness.

1889, Iolani Palace, O'ahu: The majestic Hawaiian Kingdom teeters on the brink of oblivion. At its heart stands Victoria Ward, a woman of royal Hawaiian blood, bound by her lineage and duty. Armed with vast lands, ancient cultural rituals, and the unwavering loyalty of her villagers, she becomes the beacon of hope for a nation under threat.But as the sands of time flow, will Victoria's efforts prove enough to salvage the once-glorious realm she cherishes? Her legacy echoes through generations, influencing descendants who remain fiercely devoted to their roots.Decades later, an invaluable treasure, left behind by Victoria, is discovered by her kin. Could this discovery be the key to resurrecting the splendor of the Gilded Age of the Hawaiian Kingdom? Join the journey across eras, where history and destiny intertwine, and the past might just shape the future.

Dive into Verses that Echo Your Soul: A Raw Odyssey of Love, Heartbreak, and Self-Discovery for the Modern Young Adult.Every generation finds its voice, and in the captivating pages of this poetic anthology, young adults and those forever young at heart will unearth verses that resonate with their own. As the world spins faster, with its digital ties and timeless challenges, this collection captures the raw, unfiltered roller coaster of emotions faced by today's young adults.Are you on the cusp of becoming, evolving with every experience? Have you felt the dizzying highs of first love, or the crushing weight of heartbreak? Have you ever stood at the crossroads of choices, uncertain and yearning for guidance?Delve into a narrative that speaks to your spirit, with poems that encapsulate the myriad feelings swirling within those in their early twenties and beyond. From the exhilarating rush of newfound freedom to the haunting solitude of introspection, each line penned is an invitation to connect-to see, feel, and find solace in shared experiences.This is not just another poetry book. It's a reflection, a friend in the form of verses for anyone navigating the tumultuous seas of young adulthood. A beacon for those seeking to find themselves amidst the chaos, to realize they're not alone in their journey.Whether you're a lifelong lover of poetry or newly curious, this collection promises a poignant exploration into the shared heartbeats of our generation. Lose yourself, find yourself, and rediscover the world around you-one poem at a time.

Maeve's world tilts on its axis when her daughter Jade expresses a desire to live with her father permanently. As if navigating the treacherous waters of a painful divorce wasn't harrowing enough, Maeve now faces the prospect of her daughter slipping through her fingers. The summer unfurls its days like a series of cruel jokes, each one heavier than the last, leaving Maeve to wander through her own life as if it were a dream spun from sorrow and disbelief. Meanwhile, Jade, armed with youthful defiance and a heart full of questions, embarks on her own journey of self-discovery. Surrounded by the summer's embrace, new friendships, and the tangled threads of family secrets, she stands at a crossroads. Faced with the monumental decision of where her true home lies, Jade's journey mirrors her mother's quest for healing, revealing that sometimes, the paths we take lead us back to where we started, but with new eyes and a heart ready to begin again. Dive into a story that weaves humor with heartache, exploring the resilience of a mother-daughter duo tested by life's ebbs and flows. "Unjaded" is a testament to the power of healing from within, the unexpected places we find support, and the enduring strength of love that refuses to be defined by distance or circumstance. Prepare to be moved, to laugh through tears, and to be reminded that in the face of loss, the human spirit's capacity to mend is truly astonishing.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Jeffrey Archer has mesmerized millions of readers over the years with his riveting novels and their unforgettable characters. One Man's Dream Is...>Another Man's VendettaEncompassing three continents and spanning over sixty years, As the Crow Flies brings to life a magnificent tale of one man's rise from rags to riches set against the backdrop of a changing century. "A certified page-turner." -New York Daily News "An endearing story." -The Wall Street Journal

Nikolaos was not human. He was Näcken, tethered to the river and cursed by an uncontrollable passion that drowned those who came near. Guised as a young man but older than anyone knew, he hid his torment over who he was. Näcken. Most knew him by that name. They heard his bewitching violin calling them from the waterways. It was too late then; there was nothing either he or they could do.Rå was ancient. She had walked among the worshippers of Odin, Thor, and Freya. Caring for the trees and the forests, she hid her tree trunk back under her long brown hair. Men found her in the woods, unsure if she was a tree or a woman. When they came near, she opened a hole in her back, and they ran to her, wanting her. Rå harnessed their lust to feed the forests. She was Rå. Women knew her as Magda, a wisewoman.Step into a world where diligent historical research melds with vivid imagination. Inspired by the sorcery trials that rippled through the highest courts, The Lure of Water and Wood is a journey across two centuries as experienced by Sweden's most elusive mythological creatures. A time when Näcken and Rå were not figments of folklore but immortal entities that influenced the lives of people. A saga where the boundary between history and legend is tantalizingly blurred."Erwin brings the reader into a time when magic, faith, and folk tales coursed through the landscape of the Swedish countryside by crafting together historical facts with fantasy storytelling."- American Swedish Historical Museum"Within Helen Erwin's latest book, we are brought into the panic and fear of sorcery and the influence of malevolent players. She brings humanity and agency not only to the accused but to the supposed masterminds Näcken and Forest Rå. Humanizing this fear can perhaps bring new understanding to the panic that can begin after one fatal rumor."- Wicked Women: The PodcastHelen Lundström Erwin, author of Sour Milk in Sheep's Wool and James' Journey, ventures into the historical fantasy genre for the first time, delivering a spellbinding epic.

Poetry is a powerful way to express emotions and thoughts, as it shows everything from everyday moments to the most transcendental ones. In this collection, you will find verses that reflect the different facets of human existence, from joy and love to sadness and pain. The author uses simple but profound language, full of images and metaphors, to express his feelings and thoughts about the world surrounding him. The book is aimed at all those who seek a connection with their own life, with their dreams and their fears, with their achievements and their mistakes. "Life in Verses" is a book that celebrates poetry as a way of understanding and transforming reality. This book is an invitation to reflect on life and find beauty and meaning in its simplest and most complex moments.

Vancouver Island in the 1960's.The yellow green glasses can change the weather- Or can they?Rachel witnesses, as a young child, her grandfather being blown off a cliff.Disconnected, angry and looking for the answer as to why the Glasses did not save her grandfather, she hitch hikes from her farmland home to a small sea town. On a hippie beach and along the lane-ways and cafes, she learns long buried secrets of the glasses, of her family's past and maybe the love of a lost sister.

Wuthering Heights is a tale of passion, revenge, and the destructive power of love. The novel is narrated by Mr. Lockwood, a gentleman from London who rents a house called Thrushcross Grange in the Yorkshire moors. He becomes intrigued by the mysterious goings-on at Wuthering Heights, the nearby estate owned by the reserved and surly Heathcliff. The main narrative unfolds through the eyes of Nelly Dean, a servant who has witnessed the events at Wuthering Heights over the years. The story begins with the arrival of Mr. Earnshaw's adopted son, Heathcliff, to Wuthering Heights. Heathcliff develops an intense and passionate relationship with Mr. Earnshaw's daughter, Catherine. However, their love is fraught with obstacles, including social class differences and the interference of other characters. Catherine, torn between her love for Heathcliff and her desire for social advancement, marries Edgar Linton, a wealthier man. This decision sets off a chain of tragic events. Heathcliff, devastated by Catherine's marriage, becomes consumed by a desire for revenge. The novel spans generations, portraying the repercussions of Heathcliff's vengeful actions on the next generation and those around him. The narrative explores themes of love, obsession, cruelty, and the supernatural. The atmospheric setting of the Yorkshire moors plays a significant role in creating a dark and eerie backdrop for the unfolding drama. The characters in Wuthering Heights are complex and morally ambiguous, contributing to the novel's enduring appeal and its status as a classic of English literature.

100 Geschichten und Gedichte über Cuxhaven mit Herz, Hirn und Humor! Eine frische Brise ist am Sehnsuchtsort Cuxhaven überall zu spüren, so auch in diesem Buch. Fünf Cuxhavenerinnen nehmen uns mit in die einzigartige Naturlandschaft, zu faszinierenden Orten und Begegnungen mit Menschen, Möwen und Muscheln. In der ganz individuellen und wertschätzenden Perspektive der Autorinnen wird das Engagement für eine lebenswerte Zukunft spürbar. Leicht und beschwingt, mit einem Augenzwinkern und zugleich mit Tiefgang: eine wunderbare Lektüre zum Lesen, Vorlesen und Verschenken!Mehr Infos: www.cuxhaven-kultur.de/buch

The poems are about so many topics for children in school (educational)aged 10-14. History, social history, equality of the sexes, the environment, climate change and how this affects populations. Anna Claire was born on the Fylde coast, England in the 1950's. She spent a few years living in Cambridge, Norway and Denmark before returning to the Fylde coast. She has written several books, some under her former name of Anna Ashton. Anna has mainly written stories for children but also poetry, some for children and some of a more serious nature. She hopes that this little book encourages middle school children to learn about history, social history, the environment, social injustice and how to improve quality of life through following a healthy, physically and spiritually, way of life blending the teachings of east and west. Anna has five sons and several grandchildren.

The Union Lost the Civil War a Long Time Ago! The Union ambassador is missing. More than a hundred years after the McClellan-Davis Accords ended the Civil War, tensions are still high between the Union and the Confederacy. But recent trade agreements and personnel exchanges have made both sides hope that good relations can be restored. That is, until the Union ambassador vanishes one night from the embassy in Perdition. Two agents are sent to investigate his disappearance. Delilah Thorn, a video surveillance analyst with zero field experience, has no idea why she's been sent on this operation, but her unshakeable faith in the Union convinces her that she must somehow have the right skills for the job. Her new partner, Dane Rook, is a seasoned veteran with a mysterious background-and a whole lot of skepticism about what their assignment entails. They've barely crossed into the Confederacy when the whole mission goes to hell. Separated, trapped in a hostile nation with no weapons or supplies, they slowly learn a terrible secret about the government just across their own border. Their lives depend on separating friend from foe and discovering the limits of their own endurance. Can they figure out not only how to survive, but also how to become agents of change in a brutal society that the world has left behind?

Leadership is in crisis. Scandals are commonplace, only 20% of employees claim they trust their leaders, two in three think politicians are only motivated by self-interest, three-quarters of firms say they don't have the leadership bench that they need today, and major societal problems are not being resolved. In the context of this scenario, this book answers two important questions: What skills do you need to be successful as a leader today that are different from those required previously? How can you develop these differentiating skills and mindsets? The antidote to the crisis of leadership lies in four attributes: Aspire: Make clear personal choices of what purpose to pursue, what values to resolutely promote and which stakeholder interests to represent. Ally: Form mutually respectful, supportive relationships with others within and beyond the organisation. Adapt: Navigate through turbulence, flexing the enterprise and flowing resources to the priority issues. Accelerate: Continually learn to remain relevant and heighten impact. Antidote to the Crisis of Leadership is replete with quotes, vignettes and encouragement contributed by over 50 leaders from a broad variety of backgrounds, sectors, and countries. Each chapter includes commentary, draws on the most relevant theory and reference texts and concludes with suggested exercises to increase your impact.

Nantes, un jour de Noël. "Et allez ! un de plus !" diront certains. Mais lorsque L@moimon, un prince de l'enfer, revient sur terre, ici, en plein centre-ville, jette son grain de sel sur les préparatifs en cours - y compris les programmes télé - forcément, rien ne va se passer comme les autres années. En tout cas, ça n'est ni Isidore, ni Odilon, deux pères Noël irréprochables à tout point de vue (dixit eux-mêmes), qui vous diront le contraire. Car à son simple contact, à l'@utre, qui adore se faire passer pour un magicien, un illusionniste, faire des paris, proposer des pactes, fini ! terminé, adieu le calme de l'existence, la vie pépère, tout ça. Mais plutôt la débandade, Charybde, Scylla, patatras, la totale.Et la foule : pas rigole !

»Ich bin Mario Castelucci, Ihr Sohn. Ich würde Sie gern kennenlernen. Meine Mutter ist tot.«Mario, Abiturient an einem Internat, hat soeben seine gewaltsam zu Tode gekommene Mutter identifiziert und entdeckt auf ihrem Telefon die Adresse seines leiblichen Vaters. Seine Mutter hatte ihren Sohn einem anderen Mann untergeschoben, dessen Namen er trägt und der längst das Weite gesucht hat. Mario lernt seinen Vater kennen und begreift, was er ist: Zufallsprodukt einer instabilen Frau, die sich im Leben zu kurz gekommen glaubt, und eines gut situierten, gescheiten und auch noch ziemlich prominenten Mannes. Mit diesem Hintergrund kommt ein Durchschnittsleben für Mario nicht in Frage, er will das Ungewöhnliche riskieren. Er spricht an einer renommierten Schauspielschule vor und wird angenommen. Glücklich angekommen in seiner neuen Welt, erschaffen von den genialen Geistern der Literatur, meint Mario, sich erden zu müssen. Er verliebt sich in eine Frau, die seiner Mutter auf fatale Weise ähnlich ist ...Margarete Dreßler hat mit »Der Name meines Vaters« einen faszinierenden, lebensklugen und fesselnden Roman von beinahe mythologischer Klarheit verfasst. Tief steigt sie in die Psychologie seiner Charaktere hinab, um innere Zusammenhänge ans Licht zu heben und nichts anderem als den Mechanismen unseres Lebens auf den Grund zu gehen.