Explore the profound narrative of 'Fatherland', a graphic novel by Nina Bunjevac that offers an intimate look at the tumultuous history of the Balkans in the 20th century. Standing alongside celebrated works like Marjane Satrapi's 'Persepolis' and Joe Sacco's 'Palestine', this illustrated memoir brings to life the intricate tapestry of personal and political turmoil. With its stunning black-and-white illustrations, 'Fatherland' recounts the gripping true story of Bunjevac's family, as they navigate a landscape scarred by nationalism, war, and loss.

In 1975, fleeing a climate of growing extremism, Bunjevac's mother returned to her roots in Yugoslavia with her young daughters. This powerful journey unveils the tragedy of her father's life—a Serbian nationalist caught in a web of violence and ideology, ultimately meeting a tragic end during a bomb-making incident. Bunjevac's narrative is not just a personal memoir; it is a haunting indictment of how the legacies of history affect generations.

With 160 pages of evocative storytelling and compelling illustrations, 'Fatherland' is more than just a book; it is a visual and emotional exploration of identity and heritage amid chaos. Whether you're a history buff or a lover of graphic novels, this book is essential reading. Dive into this poignant tale, and witness how history shapes personal destiny. Get your copy today and immerse yourself in a story that resonates far beyond its pages.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781631490316. Year: 2015. Publisher: W W Norton & Company. Pages: 160.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781631490316
Year: 2015
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 160


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Standing alongside Marjane Satrapi's Persepolis and Joe Sacco's Palestine, Nina Bunjevac's Fatherland renders the searing history of the Balkans in the twentieth century through the experiences of the author and her family. In 1975, fearing her husband's growing fanaticism, Nina Bunjevac's mother fled her marriage and adopted country of Canada, taking Nina-then only a toddler-and her older sister back to Yugoslavia to live with her parents. Her husband and Nina's father, Peter, was a die-hard Serbian nationalist who was forced to leave his country in the 1950s. Remaining in Canada, he became involved with a terrorist organization bent on overthrowing the Communist Yugoslav government and attacking its supporters in North America. Then in 1977, while his family was still in Yugoslovia, Peter was killed in an accidental explosion while building a bomb.


Through exquisite and haunting black-and-white art, Nina Bunjevac documents the immediate circumstances surrounding her father's death and provides a sweeping account of the former Yugoslovia under Fascism and Communism, telling an unforgettable true story of how the scars of history are borne by family and nation alike.