Magda, Standing
Magda, Standing by Christine Fallert Kessides is a historical fiction novel published by Bold Story Press on April 18, 2023. This edition spans 380 pages and is presented in English. The story follows sixteen-year-old Magda, who is forced to leave high school to care for her invalid mother and younger brother. Set against the backdrop of 1916, as the world grapples with war and a pandemic, Magda faces the challenges of her German immigrant family’s growing hostility while striving to maintain her education and independence.
Readers will find that Magda’s journey is marked by her determination to protect her loved ones amidst the crises of war and the Spanish flu. The narrative explores themes of resilience and self-discovery as Magda navigates her domestic responsibilities and societal expectations. Through her experiences, she learns to embrace her family and extend her care to the wider community, reflecting the complexities of life during a tumultuous period in American history.
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When her father pulls her out of high school to care for her invalid mother and little brother, sixteen-year-old Magda is devastated-but the greater challenge is saving her family in the face of a war and pandemic.
In 1916, the world is at war, even if America has not yet joined the effort. But for Magda, the growing hostility her German immigrant family faces hits close to home. Despite her domestic obligations, Magda persists with her education, determined to find an independent role for herself. Faced with the mounting crises of the war and the Spanish flu, Magda seeks the knowledge and strength to try to protect those she loves most.
Standing up to a war and pandemic, traditions and expectations, Magda embarks on a journey of self-discovery and resilience that leads her back to embracing her family and caring for a wider community.
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