The Family Tree
The author has passionately pursued her own family tree in this novel, first published in Spanish in 1981. Her dual heritage is a captivating one, beginning with prerevolutionary Russia and proceeding with her parents' immigration to Mexico, where she was born. Caught between two cultures, this family is forced to adapt, but they nurture a passion for their homeland with their continuing interest in the arts and liberal politics. The rich descriptive style of the unfolding narrative intertwines memories of another way of life in Russia with the author's own experiences in Mexico. A love of tradition echoes with each clink of a silver spoon against a steaming tall glass of tea. Portraits of eminent figures who crossed paths with the family add further interest. The author comes full circle with a trip to the Soviet Union to explore her Jewish identity. Black-and-white photos punctuate the text. Recommended for public libraries.- Mary Ellen Beck, Troy P.L., N.Y.Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.