"Andrea Sawatzki unveils new book titled 'Placed Myself Before My Childhood'"
Andrea Sawatzki, a renowned German author, has released her latest novel, "Biarritz." The book, published on a Friday, is a compelling exploration of a mother-daughter relationship and dementia, serving as a sequel to Sawatzki's previous novel, "Brunnenstrasse."
Sawatzki's new work is deeply rooted in her personal experiences, as she has "very carefully processed" her childhood. The emotional depth and complexity of the narrative are a reflection of her reflections on upbringing and familial bonds.
The Berliner newspaper reported that Sawatzki wrote the novel after confronting her childhood and being inspired by her experiences with older people in Germany. The author, who became an orphan at a young age, losing her mother when she was two years old and her father at the age of twelve, drew from her life to shape the characters and their relationships in "Biarritz."
Sawatzki is not just sharing her story through the pages of her novel. She is also going on a live tour through Germany, with a premiere on September 24 in Hamburg. The author has expressed her hope that readers will find comfort and be embraced by her story, as she shared a selfie of her book on Instagram.
In addition to the Hamburg premiere, a reading for the novel is planned in Berlin on January 19. Sawatzki has also criticized the treatment of elderly people in Germany, stating that they are often pushed aside and that there is a lack of nursing staff and fair pay.
"Biarritz" promises to be a stirring and emotionally impactful read, further solidifying Sawatzki's position as a leading voice in German literature. The author has been working on the novel for three years, and it is her 62nd publication.
Sawatzki's upcoming live tour in Germany, starting from September 24 in Hamburg, expands beyond her written work, offering fans a chance to engage with the author in person. As the author delves into various aspects of life, her books, including "Biarritz", artfully blend fiction and her personal experiences, making them resonate with many readers in the fashion-and-beauty, lifestyle, books, and entertainment realms.
The novel "Biarritz", set to have a reading in Berlin on January 19, mirrors Sawatzki's own struggles and triumphs, offering insights into the intricacies of family bonds and the realities of growing older in modern Germany, all while addressing the need for improved treatment and care for the elderly in society.
