Review of Near the Danube Bridge
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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Near the Danube Bridge" by Catherine Allen-Walters.]
Kalman Hartig was born in 1930, a time when the world was experiencing political tension. His father was an Evangelical, whereas his mother was a Seventh-day Adventist, and one of Kalman's earliest and most complex decisions was to choose between the two denominations. Unbeknownst to him, his faith would cause him difficulties, including trouble with the authorities.
Near the Danube Bridge by Catherine Allen-Walters is a family biography researched by Elisabeth Hartig, Kalman's daughter. The story spans Europe and North America, tracing over three generations of two families from the eras of world wars. The struggles of these family members (Hartigs and Kirchners) to overcome adversities and persecution will leave you in tears and joy.
Kalman, the book's protagonist, is an exemplary figure not only to his offspring but to readers too. His resiliency and firm hold on his faith are worth being emulated. It amazed me how he didn't give up despite years of imprisonment and persecution, hoping for the best. I also loved the book's touch on history, such as WW2 and the evolution of American immigration laws. It was bone-chilling to read how WW2 soldiers walked into homes and murdered people. Another fantastic feature is the story's flow. The narration was easy to follow because life events were orderly without any confusion. Including photos and letters exchanged in different timelines added more flesh to the biography. This book made me often wipe a tear, yet it also strengthens believers to keep their faith firm and dreamers to never give up.
I couldn't see any dislikes in the book. It was also professionally edited. Only in fiction do we see characters willing to be tortured for their faith; this is rare in real life, and getting an example like Kalman restores hope. Therefore, I rate Near the Danube Bridge5 out of 5. I recommend the book to lovers of inspiring biographies.
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Near the Danube Bridge
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Kalman Hartig was born in 1930, a time when the world was experiencing political tension. His father was an Evangelical, whereas his mother was a Seventh-day Adventist, and one of Kalman's earliest and most complex decisions was to choose between the two denominations. Unbeknownst to him, his faith would cause him difficulties, including trouble with the authorities.
Near the Danube Bridge by Catherine Allen-Walters is a family biography researched by Elisabeth Hartig, Kalman's daughter. The story spans Europe and North America, tracing over three generations of two families from the eras of world wars. The struggles of these family members (Hartigs and Kirchners) to overcome adversities and persecution will leave you in tears and joy.
Kalman, the book's protagonist, is an exemplary figure not only to his offspring but to readers too. His resiliency and firm hold on his faith are worth being emulated. It amazed me how he didn't give up despite years of imprisonment and persecution, hoping for the best. I also loved the book's touch on history, such as WW2 and the evolution of American immigration laws. It was bone-chilling to read how WW2 soldiers walked into homes and murdered people. Another fantastic feature is the story's flow. The narration was easy to follow because life events were orderly without any confusion. Including photos and letters exchanged in different timelines added more flesh to the biography. This book made me often wipe a tear, yet it also strengthens believers to keep their faith firm and dreamers to never give up.
I couldn't see any dislikes in the book. It was also professionally edited. Only in fiction do we see characters willing to be tortured for their faith; this is rare in real life, and getting an example like Kalman restores hope. Therefore, I rate Near the Danube Bridge5 out of 5. I recommend the book to lovers of inspiring biographies.
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Near the Danube Bridge
View: on Bookshelves |
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