Med u kosi

Med u kosi

Branko Šomen

A young adult novel about a boy/teenager in a rural or small town, with themes of growing up, first love, family, and the bittersweet moments of youth. The title is metaphorical for the innocence and sweetness of childhood.

Honey in the Hair Branka Šömena is a young adult novel with elements of a coming-of-age story. The novel follows a boy in a typical small environment where he faces the first feelings of love, family relationships, friendships and challenges of growing up. The title "Honey in the Hair" is symbolic: honey represents the sweetness, innocence and joy of childhood/youth, while "in the hair" suggests something fleeting, caught in the moment, like honey that sticks to the hair and leaves a mark.

Šömen writes warmly, lyrically, with a touch of humor and melancholy – focusing on everyday events that shape character: first love, conflicts with parents, adventures with peers, discovering the world. There are no big dramas, but subtle observations of emotions, nature and relationships. The style is accessible, the language rich in metaphors, ideal for teenagers and those who like nostalgic stories about youth.

Original title
Med v laseh
Translation
Mirjana Hećimović
Editor
Ivan Kušan
Graphics design
Ratko Janjić-Jobo
Dimensions
20 x 12 cm
Pages
173
Publisher
Znanje, Zagreb, 1987.
 
Latin alphabet. Paperback.
Language: Croatian.

One copy is available

Condition:Used, excellent condition
 

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