Bijelo ciganče

Bijelo ciganče

Vidoe Podgorec

The story of a boy named Tarun, who lost his parents during the war after they were killed by the Nazis. He was left by the side of the road, where he was found by wandering Roma who decided to adopt him. Because of his fair skin, they called him "White G

Tarun grows up in a Roma tent, accepting their way of life, customs and values. His adoptive father, Papa Mulon, was a man of a noble heart and became like a father to him. However, he is not accepted by all members of the community; Henza, Mulon's wife, shows hostility towards him, considering him a burden.

Despite the challenges, Tarun develops a strong bond with the horse Bresko, whom he raised after the death of his mare. Their friendship symbolizes Tarun's ability to find love and belonging in a world that often rejects him.

The novel explores themes of identity, belonging, tolerance and growing up. Through Tarun's story, the author shows how love and acceptance can overcome prejudice and hostility.

Original title
Beloto ciganče
Translation
Marija Peakić-Mikuljan
Editor
Alojz Majetić
Illustrations
Josip Vaništa
Graphics design
Josip Josipov
Dimensions
20 x 14 cm
Pages
295
Publisher
Mladost, Zagreb, 1987.
 
Latin alphabet. Paperback.
Language: Croatian.

No copies available

The last copy was sold recently.

 

Are you interested in another book? You can search the offer using our search engine or browse books by category.

You may also be interested in these titles

Bijelo ciganče

Bijelo ciganče

Vidoe Podgorec

The story of a boy named Tarun, who lost his parents during the war after they were killed by the Nazis. He was left by the side of the road, where he was found by wandering Roma who decided to adopt him. Because of his fair skin, they called him "White G

Svjetlost, 1989.
Croatian. Latin alphabet. Hardcover.
4.36 €
Jutro i večer

Jutro i večer

Jon Fosse

A masterpiece by Nobel laureate Jon Fosse. Through two key moments in the life of the fisherman Johannes — his birth and death — the writer weaves a moving, poetic and deep meditation on the wonder and meaning of existence itself.

Naklada Ljevak, 2023.
Croatian. Latin alphabet. Hardcover with dust jacket.
8.99 €
U ime kapitala

U ime kapitala

Paula Rem

"In the Name of Capital" (2021) by Paula Rem is a dystopian and socially critical novel. Through a dynamic plot, it explores the impact of corporate power, consumerism and the loss of humanity in the modern world.

MeandarMedia, 2021.
Croatian. Latin alphabet. Paperback.
13.98 €
Unomeron: priča jednog dana

Unomeron: priča jednog dana

Ljubica Biljan

“Unomeron: The Story of One Day” tells the story of one day of an abused woman in which she finally finds a way out.

Matica hrvatska, 2021.
Croatian. Latin alphabet. Paperback.
4.983.98 €
Sinovi i ljubavnici

Sinovi i ljubavnici

David Herbert Lawrence

D. H. Lawrence’s classic *Sons and Lovers* explores complex family relationships, the Oedipus complex, the constraints of a mining community, and the struggle of young Paul Morel between maternal love and passion.

Otokar Keršovani.
Croatian. Latin alphabet. Hardcover with dust jacket.
6.825.12 €
Ponoćni susret

Ponoćni susret

Neven Orhel

"Midnight Encounter" (1985) by Neven Orhel is a tense medical and psychological thriller. The book explores human destinies, ethical dilemmas in medicine, and unexpected twists through a dramatic plot.

Znanje, 1985.
Croatian. Latin alphabet. Hardcover with dust jacket.
3.88 €