{"title":"Jackie Kohnstamm","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Jackie Kohnstamm collection, where the art of storytelling and personal reflection converge. Jackie Kohnstamm is an esteemed author celebrated for her poignant explorations in the realm of \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e. Her works offer more than just a glimpse into a life lived; they invite readers on a deeply personal journey that resonates long after the last page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable works is \u003cstrong\u003eThe Memory Keeper\u003c\/strong\u003e, a compelling narrative that intricately weaves together the strands of memory, identity, and the passage of time. In this memoir, Kohnstamm delves into the richness of human experience, capturing both the grand and intimate moments with a deft, sensitive touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders are drawn to Kohnstamm's writing for its genuine warmth and insightful reflection, making her an essential voice in the landscape of contemporary memoirs. Whether you are a long-time admirer or new to her work, this collection promises a reading experience that is both enriching and enlightening.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-memory-keeper-by-jackie-kohnstamm-9781838858018","title":"The Memory Keeper","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJackie Kohnstamm's mother rarely talked about what had happened during the war and had kept little evidence of her early life. It was only after her uncle and aunt had died that Jackie inherited an archive of material relating to the family back in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJackie's mother had managed to get out of Berlin in 1936, following her brother and sister who had already escaped. But Jackie's grandparents had remained. One night, on a whim, Jackie Googled her grandparents' names. What she found felt like a sign: four days earlier two Stolpersteine ('stumble stones') had been laid in their names outside the house in Berlin where they had once lived. Someone had commissioned this memorial to her grandparents. Each listed their name, year of birth, date of deportation to Theresienstadt, and date of their murder by the Nazis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHere, then, was the first step, and what followed was a remarkable story of loss, discovery, and memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Memory Keeper\u003c\/em\u003e by Jackie Kohnstamm documents this profound journey, revealing the untold stories of familial escape, enduring grief, and the power of remembrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846541889772,"sku":"9781838858018","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19565003482842.jpg?v=1758911818"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jackie-kohnstamm.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}