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Time Zones
by Sven Siekmann

Overview

An escape attempt from the "world's largest prison." Wolfgang is ready to risk everything for himself and his family. The pressure of the system has become unbearable. His plan: bold and risky. But for him, the only way is to escape from East Germany into freedom.
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Description

Time Zones takes place in East Germany during the late 70s, where the pressure of the system increasingly encroaches into people's private lives. Through various characters, it is shown what it means to live in a totalitarian state. Each individual must make the decision to adapt or flee - both carry consequences.
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About the author

Sven Siekmann was born in East Germany. He spent his formative years navigating the challenges of life under a repressive regime. In 1977, Sven’s family bravely began their plans to escape East Germany in pursuit of freedom. In 1977, those plans were thwarted and his parents were arrested and imprisoned. With the assistance of the West German government and after long years of determination and resilience, in 1983, the family was finally allowed to leave the East and move to West Germany. After years of the family being split up, that date marked them all coming together again. Today, he resides in California.

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Book details

Genre:COMICS & GRAPHIC NOVELS

Subgenre:Historical Fiction

Language:English

Pages:360

Paperback ISBN:9798350958331

Overview

An escape attempt from the "world's largest prison." Wolfgang is ready to risk everything for himself and his family. The pressure of the system has become unbearable. His plan: bold and risky. But for him, the only way is to escape from East Germany into freedom.

Read more

Description

Time Zones takes place in East Germany during the late 70s, where the pressure of the system increasingly encroaches into people's private lives. Through various characters, it is shown what it means to live in a totalitarian state. Each individual must make the decision to adapt or flee - both carry consequences.

Read more

About the author

Sven Siekmann was born in East Germany. He spent his formative years navigating the challenges of life under a repressive regime. In 1977, Sven’s family bravely began their plans to escape East Germany in pursuit of freedom. In 1977, those plans were thwarted and his parents were arrested and imprisoned. With the assistance of the West German government and after long years of determination and resilience, in 1983, the family was finally allowed to leave the East and move to West Germany. After years of the family being split up, that date marked them all coming together again. Today, he resides in California.

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Julie 		Time Zones Time Zones by Sven Siekmann offers us a compelling inside view of the oppressive totalitarian East German state before the wall came down. Sven is a gifted artist who portrays characters both visually and through dialogue. His illustrations offer the reader a glimpse into the inner workings of each character, whether representing those trying for freedom or those representing the oppressive regime. In this autobiographical work of art, Sven uses compelling metaphor throughout, particularly of birds, who fly free, to capture our imaginations. What was this experience he lived through really like? This book is truly timely, standing as a cautionary tale in a world that has perhaps forgotten what true oppression can be. Read more
Caroline 		Time Zones by Sven Siekmann This is a beautifully illustrated gripping book. It gives a great insight into life in East Berlin before the Berlin Wall fell in 1989 while following the struggles of a family eager to find freedom from totalitarianism. I was engrossed from the beginning and finished it in one evening. I would highly recommend! Read more
Nancy 		Read This Book - Time Zones" by Sven Siekmann is a five-star graphic novel that seamlessly blends captivating illustrations and storytelling, with the raw authenticity of a lived experience. Sven's story feels both unbelievable and hauntingly real. This graphic novel is a compelling journey through life in Germany when a wall divided the country in two. This book uniquely blends beauty, mystery, and genuine human experience. It's a must-read for anyone who appreciates art, storytelling, and the power of a truly unforgettable graphic novel. Read more