The Boy's Marble: Volume 199 - Paperback

by Natasa Nuhanovic (Author)

A haunting tale of war, memory, and the enduring power of hope.

In the midst of the Sarajevo Siege, a child's world is shattered. Separated from a boy she was meant to escape with, the narrator grapples with the trauma of war and the loss of innocence. Twenty years later, in Montreal, a chance encounter stirs up long-buried memories, leaving her to wonder: could this person really be him? This anti-war story explores the depths of childhood trauma and the resilience of the human spirit.

The Boy's Marble offers a unique perspective on war, seen through the eyes of a child. It is a story that awakens hope, celebrates love, and helps us understand the absurdity of conflict. Discover the strength to live without hate and the power to reclaim what was lost. A timely and necessary novel for anyone seeking to understand the enduring impact of war.

Author Biography

Natasha Nuhanovic is a writer, translator and filmmaker. She was born in Zagreb, Croatia in 1984. In 1994, amidst the Bosnian War (1992-1996), she moved to Germany. Canada came next in 1998. Over time, Waterloo, Toronto and Montreal became her three Canadian homes. After studying Literature at the University of Waterloo and University of Toronto, her path took her to McGill University. Her first poetry book, Stray Dog Embassy, was published in 2010 with Mansfield Press. Subsequently, she translated poetry, plays and short stories within combinations of three different languages: English, Bosnian and German. Her proficiency in three different languages also lead her to work as interpreter for the Sarajevo Poetry Festival. Along with her literary career, she has also ventured into storytelling through film. She has worked on several short films in many different roles. Her first feature-length film, Close the Door, is set to be submitted to festivals internationally in 2022.