Anna and the Swallow Man
“Anna and the Swallow Man” by Gavriel Savit is a debut novel published by Penguin Books on February 2, 2017. This 256-page book is written in English and presents a unique narrative set against the backdrop of World War II in Kraków, 1939. The story follows seven-year-old Anna Lania, who finds herself alone after the Germans take her father. Her life takes a turn when she encounters the enigmatic Swallow Man, a figure who possesses a remarkable talent for languages and a deep connection to the natural world.
Readers will discover a tale that intertwines themes of friendship, survival, and the impact of war. As Anna and the Swallow Man navigate a perilous landscape filled with soldiers and danger, they form a bond that challenges the harsh realities surrounding them. The narrative explores their adventures as they dodge bombs and encounter various characters, all while highlighting the resilience of the human spirit in tumultuous times. This edition invites readers of all ages to engage with a poignant story that resonates with both young and mature audiences.
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‘A beautifully haunting and thought-provoking story of friendship that lingers long after the last page’ Ruta Sepetys, Author of Salt to the Sea
‘A small wonder, and for once a book worthy of the hype’ The Times
‘A chilling, stylishly written and utterly memorable story’ Guardian
‘Savit’s story is aimed at anyone who will listen. A 10-year-old may identify with Anna. A teenage reader will absorb the deftness and sophistication of the telling. An adult will find their expectations challenged’ New York Times
Anna and the Swallow Man is a stunning debut novel for readers aged ten to one hundred and ten that tells a new story of World War Two.
Kraków, 1939, is no place to grow up. There are a million marching soldiers and a thousand barking dogs. And Anna Lania is just seven years old when the Germans take her father and suddenly, she’s alone.
Then she meets the Swallow Man. He is a mystery, strange and tall. And like Anna’s missing father, he has a gift for languages: Polish, Russian, German, Yiddish, even Bird. When he summons a bright, beautiful swallow down to his hand to stop her from crying, Anna is entranced.
Over the course of their travels together, Anna and the Swallow Man will dodge bombs, tame soldiers, and even, despite their better judgement, make a friend. But in a world gone mad, everything can prove dangerous . . .
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