A longtime journalist and politician, Sichrovsky writes with a crisp prose that makes his everyday characters real, with a touch of humor and subtle points about what being Jewish means today. This is a strong collection...The pieces here are memorable and diverse, making Verklempt an excellent English-language introduction to the author's fiction. --Foreword Reviews Moving and engaging...[Sichrovsky] set[s] up ...intriguing narratives and metaphors. --Asymptote Journal A touching, thoughtful, and powerful read; Sichrovsky's insights into people's secrets, regrets, and consciences are artfully divulged. Verklempt certainly lives up to its title. --Jewish Book World John Howard's translation is clear, clean, and straightforward. His word choices are simple and direct, resisting the temptation for sentimentality that such subject matter holds. I was especially impressed by the way he conveyed...
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