The Dingo (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

R. Freierman

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Synopsis

Set against the backdrop of the vast and captivating landscapes of the Soviet Far East, this book follows Tanya, a young girl on the cusp of adolescence, as she navigates the complexities of family, friendship, and self-discovery. As the summer days at her Pioneer camp draw to a close and autumn approaches, Tanya grapples with a yearning for change and a longing to explore the world beyond her familiar surroundings. The author masterfully weaves together themes of identity, belonging, and the bittersweet passage from childhood to adulthood. Tanya's relationships with her friends, particularly the Nanai boy Filka, and her absent father, who is set to return after years of separation, form the emotional core of the story. Through Tanya's introspective journey, the book explores universal questions about family bonds, the search for meaning, and the enduring power of human connection. This book offers a poignant and insightful exploration of the human experience, leaving readers with a profound understanding of the challenges and triumphs that shape our lives and the indelible marks left by the places and people we encounter along the way.

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ISBN 10:  0483078638 ISBN 13:  9780483078635
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
Hardcover