A Word, Only a Word — Volume 02

"A Word, Only a Word — Volume 02" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel that tells the gripping story of Lopez, a Jewish doctor forced into hiding with his family amidst a society rife with persecution. As they navigate a treacherous world, whispered warnings from a young boy named Ulrich push them to flee their home, initiating a desperate journey through a snowy landscape where they encounter both physical hardships and emotional turmoil. A confrontation with Count Frohlinger’s men heightens the tension, testing Lopez’s morality against the harsh realities of societal laws, and interwoven within their struggle are themes of friendship, love, and the resilience of the human spirit, painting a portrait of hope amidst despair.