Iris Wolff's 'Lichtungen' Gains Nomination for German Book Prize

The novel explores the intertwined lives of two characters amidst the backdrop of communism and personal history.

Iris Wolff's novel 'Lichtungen' is nominated for the prestigious German Book Prize, to be awarded on October 14 in Frankfurt.
The story follows Kato and Lev, whose lives repeatedly intersect, creating a complex narrative of friendship and history.
Set against a historical backdrop, the novel weaves themes of communism, personal memories, and political landscapes.
'Lichtungen' employs a unique narrative style, telling its story in reverse through nine chapters.
Wolff's writing is characterized by a poetic flow and a focus on emotions, thoughts, and the passage of time.