{"title":"Bram Presser","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by the remarkable Australian author Bram Presser. Known for weaving intricate tales that blend historical fact with compelling fiction, Presser captivates readers with his engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his standout works, \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Dirt\u003c\/em\u003e, has earned critical acclaim for its unique narrative style and poignant exploration of family history. The novel delves into themes of memory, loss, and identity, skilfully reconstructing the fragmented stories of his ancestors' lives during the Holocaust. This book stands as a testament to Presser's ability to bring the past vividly to life, making it a captivating read for those who enjoy general fiction with a deep, thought-provoking twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBram Presser's background as a musician and lawyer adds depth and diversity to his storytelling, enriching his narratives with a distinct voice. Dive into this curated selection and discover why Presser is an author whose works leave a lasting impact.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-book-of-dirt-by-bram-presser-9781922268259","title":"The Book of Dirt","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThey chose not to speak and now they are gone… What’s left to fill the silence is no longer theirs. This is my story, woven from the threads of rumour and legend.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJakub Rand flees his village for Prague, only to find himself trapped by the Nazi occupation. Deported to the Theresienstadt concentration camp, he is forced to sort through Jewish books for a so-called Museum of the Extinct Race. Hidden among the rare texts is a tattered prayer book, hollow inside, containing a small pile of dirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBack in the city, Františka Roubíčková picks over the embers of her failed marriage, despairing of her conversion to Judaism. When the Nazis summon her two eldest daughters for transport, she must sacrifice everything to save the girls from certain death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDecades later, Bram Presser embarks on a quest to find the truth behind the stories his family built around these remarkable survivors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Book of Dirt\u003c\/em\u003e is a completely original novel about love, family secrets, and Jewish myths. And it is a heart-warming story about a grandson’s devotion to the power of storytelling and his family’s legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46671782150380,"sku":"9781922268259","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11093713482872.jpg?v=1752824423"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/bram-presser.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}