The Predestination of Aleksandr... A Life of Isms - Hardcover

by Dolores D. Streeck (Author)

In the summer of 1924, a young man named Aleksandr sits on a riverbank in Siberia, leaving a suicide note for his sister before intending to drift away from a world that has offered him nothing but turmoil. But this is not just the story of an ending; it is the beginning of a remarkable survival odyssey that spans the most volatile decades of the 20th century.

The narrative follows Alek as he navigates a life preyed upon by the encroachment of "isms" at every turn. From the early years of his upbringing in Russia to being arrested and exiled to Siberia, the story explores historical, factual, and fictional events. It serves as a reflection on memory, politics, and the biases that influence how history is remembered. Ultimately, it is a journey of a young man who wanted only to contribute to the beauty and prosperity of his homeland while surviving the turmoil and desolation of a changing world.