The world’s largest bookfair, Frankfurter Buchmesse, opened its doors last October 16-20, 2024, in Frankfurt, Germany. For worldwide business and trading, it is regarded as the most significant book fair on earth. More than 4,300 exhibitors and an expected 114,000 trade visitors from 131 countries, welcoming rights professionals from a total of 355 agencies and publishers make the Frankfurt Book Fair a place of endless discoveries. On the stages we experienced exciting international voices.
As the Frankfurter Buchmesse celebrates its anniversary for another year of serving the industry, Citi of Books did not miss the chance to join the 76th Frankfurt Book Fair (Frankfurter Buchmesse) in Frankfurt, Germany. This spectacular gathering honors fascinating works and their creators.
With a series of activities prepared, one of the most anticipated this year is the chosen country to be the guest of honor, which is Italy. The country will present not just its diverse, unique qualities as an attractive place to travel but also as a country with a rich literary tradition.
Citi of Books is excited to present books written by our distinguished authors. In our assigned booth, a range of books—from fiction to nonfiction—would be on exhibit. A book included in the gallery was “Obelisk” by Georgina Fatseas.
Georgina Fatseas-Sano was a special education teacher for 12 years. She furthered her education in various short-term certificate and diploma business courses. Her store offers services for its customers in the Brisbane area. – classes or discussion groups for assisting people with allergies – book readings for grades one and two, preschool and childcare centers. – books for fundraising – discounts for bulk buys of ten or more books in any combination Email your request to booksbysano@gmail.com Please note: Bookings are essential, and a fee applies to some services.
How far can a brother go to protect his only living relative, his beloved sister?
World War II was the biggest bloodshed war in history, involving more than 30 countries. Sparked by the 1939 Nazi Germany invasion of Poland, the war dragged on for six bloody years. The character in this story is fictional, but the events are based on the true-life experience of the Austrian World War II Veterans.
“Obelisk” by Georgina Fatseas is a gripping tale of survival and sacrifice inspired by the three Austrian deserters from World War II. The three young survivors escaped into the mountains. They are later joined by two other runaways, Paul and Lori from Loeben, who desert the German army.
The five extensively traveled through Italy and became Italian soldiers assigned to Albania. Kianna is assigned hostess duties in local bars and eventually to the Vatican. The men desert the Italian army and rescue Kianna. They travel to Switzerland, where they settle down. They are enlisted in the Swiss army. Oskar, Lori, and Jaro are required to go undercover in France and Germany. After two years in Switzerland, Kianna is kidnapped. Oskar leaves the group and travels through war-torn Europe to find Kianna. To cross borders, he changes uniforms.
Georgina Fatseas’ “Obelisk” combines her research with her passion for history, exploring the intricate web of human experiences shaped by war. She highlights the invaluable perspectives veterans offer and the critical need for society to engage in empathetic dialogue. By sharing their stories, she aims to break the barriers of silence that often shroud these veterans, allowing their experiences to be heard and understood.
This book, like the obelisk in the village of Weghaltz, honors all the hardships of veterans who died in the wars and emphasizes the significance of acknowledging and understanding the invisible scars veterans carry, as society tends to focus solely on visible physical injuries.
Overall, the author aims to convey the difficulty of survival, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond of family. With powerful emotions and a heart-racing plot, readers will be on the edge of their seats until the very end.