An Inconvenient Place

by Jonathan Littel, Antoine d’Agata (Photographer)

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Jonathan Littell's 'An Inconvenient Place' offers a deeply reflective and harrowing exploration of Ukraine's historical and contemporary traumas, including the atrocities at Babyn Yar and the recent destruction in places like Bucha. Combining Littell's incisive prose with haunting photography by Antoine d’Agata, the book examines themes of memory, identity, and the ethics of representation. Littell approaches his subject as a witness, voyeur, and seer, dissecting the layers of human show more suffering and resilience amidst war and historical violence. The narrative delves into the physical and symbolic landscapes of Ukraine, weaving personal observations with broader historical reflections. This work is intended for readers interested in history, ethics, and the interplay of literature and memory, and serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring impact of war and the moral imperative of remembrance. show less

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1-2026

Un lugar inconveniente es parte de la historia de Ucrania. Un recorrido por los diferentes sitios, donde se ha asesinado a civiles, tanto en la II guerra mundial, como en la actual guerra con Rusia.

No se aprende del pasado, se repiten las mismas barbaridades: violaciones, torturas y asesinatos.

Y lo más triste es que en Ucrania, al igual que en España, tienen una ley de memoria histórica tan manipulada y sesgada, que oculta más de lo que cuenta. Solo vale la versión de unos pocos, en vez de tener la voz de todos.

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Mandell, Charlotte (Translator)

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History, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction, Art & Design
DDC/MDS
940.5318445History & geographyHistory of EuropeHistory of Europe1918-World War II, 1939-1945Social, political, economic history; HolocaustHolocaust
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HV6322.7 .L588Social sciencesSocial pathology. Social and public welfare. CriminologySocial pathology. Social and public welfare.CriminologyCrimes and offenses
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6 — Dutch, English, French, Italian, Polish, Spanish
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Paper, Ebook
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