{"title":"Tony Bernard","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the poignant and compelling works of Tony Bernard, an author renowned for his profound storytelling in the realm of \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e. Tony Bernard captivates readers with his keen ability to weave personal histories into narratives that resonate deeply and offer poignant insights into the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of Bernard's collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Ghost Tattoo\u003c\/em\u003e, a book that delves into the haunting legacies of the past. This autobiographical account provides an intimate glimpse into the impact of generational trauma, exploring themes of memory, survival, and the enduring bonds of family. Bernard crafts a narrative that is both reflective and revealing, inviting readers to journey alongside him in a search for understanding and reconciliation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned reader of biographical works or new to the genre, Tony Bernard's books offer a unique perspective that enriches your appreciation of history and personal narratives. His writing is a testament to the power of storytelling and the ways it can illuminate the darkest corners of our past and present.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-ghost-tattoo-by-tony-bernard-9781761065415","title":"The Ghost Tattoo","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Ghost Tattoo\u003c\/em\u003e is an award-winning narrative that delves into the complex life of Henry Bernard, a Holocaust survivor and a beloved family doctor on Sydney's Northern Beaches. Winner of the National Jewish Book Award for Holocaust Memoir and shortlisted for the 2023 National Biography Award, this book unravels the personal history and profound impact the Holocaust had on Henry's life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHenry Bernard's life was marked by the extreme steps he took for his family's security, such as keeping a rifle near his bedroom and concealing their Jewish origin. His obsession with paying off debt was rooted in the German word for debt, which also means 'guilt'. Henry kept his striped Auschwitz uniform, accompanied by a picture of his mother, in his wardrobe. These fixations hindered his domestic happiness and led to the downfall of his marriage. Yet, beneath these issues lay a deeper secret and a profound sense of shame regarding his actions during the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe privately endured this turmoil until he began returning to Germany and Poland, confronting his past and reconciling with the deaths of his parents and Halina, his life's love. \u003cem\u003eThe Ghost Tattoo\u003c\/em\u003e tells the story of Tony Bernard, Henry's eldest son, who embarked on a forty-year journey with his father to understand the decisions Henry made in the ghetto to survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"This extraordinary narrative is a powerful instance of the trans-generational impact of the Holocaust but, above all, a remarkable examination of the position of a ghetto policeman and the guilt he carried into later life.\" — \u003cb\u003eTom Keneally, author of \u003cem\u003eSchindler's List\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Intensively moving, exhaustively researched, and rendered in almost cinematographic detail.\" — \u003cb\u003eDamien Lewis, internationally bestselling author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A unique and monumental work—at once heartbreaking and heartwarming.\" — \u003cb\u003eScott Lenga, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Watchmakers\u003c\/em\u003e, National Jewish Book Award Finalist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Can anyone truly grasp the enormity of the Holocaust, other than those who experienced it? Author Tony Bernard tried, and the result is a brilliant memoir that joins the essential canon of this awful moment in human history.\" — \u003cb\u003eTom Young, author of \u003cem\u003eSilver Wings\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eIron Cross\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eRed Burning Sky\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Bernard's narrative combines recollections of a childhood spent adoring his father (even as his parents' marriage couldn't withstand Henry's obsessive behavior and bouts of melancholy) and Henry's harrowing story, which is full of crushing moments, including his futile attempt to save his mother from being transported to a death camp. The result is a standout new addition to the literature of the Holocaust.\" — \u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46553464013036,"sku":"9781761065415","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/28041093482814.jpg?v=1750074090"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/tony-bernard.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}