1. What
inspired you to write this book?
The fascinating story, which deserves to
be told, of the year 1859 in which four prominent Italian men had an amazing
impact on a nation that suffered under the yoke of a foreign regime. They are: Mr.
Mazzini’s unwavering and compassionate intention for gaining one’s personal and
political freedom. His ideas were inspiring for Mahatma Gandhi and Golda Meir; General
Garibaldi’s determination and military profoundness excellence as rebellious
freedom fighter; PM Count Cavour’s political awareness and cunningness to
involve Napoleon III to make this war happen, King Emanuel II, ruler of
Piedmont who was gifted with a strong determination to fight on the battlefield
to serve his beloved people. Also, to express the view behind this event, seen
by others and main character Laura, to make up a smooth running story, without
just historical facts.
2.
What exactly is it about and who is it written for?
The preparation and
post history that led to the Second Italian war of independence in 1859.
Readers interested in easy related history interwoven with fictional adventure,
soul searching, and action will enjoy it.
3. What
do you hope readers will get out of reading your book?
A good story, and the realization, that
the fight for freedom can sometimes only be won after being imprisoned, politically,
mentally and physically.
4. How
did you decide on your book’s title and cover design?
The title has multiple meanings, the
reader can decide for himself who is the mind behind. The initial idea of the
cover design is mine, taken from a Tarot card expressing a leader riding to war
and victory. Austin Macaulay perfected it.
5. What
advice or words of wisdom do you have for fellow writers – other than
run!?
To enjoy the
experience of writing a book, which is divine! It was my journey into an
unknown subject, and I enjoyed it thoroughly. Publishing is a different story,
and for my part it was the exercise of letting go of ego.
6. What
trends in the book world do you see — and where do you think the book
publishing industry is heading?
E-book will
take over, but holding a book in your hand is still an invaluable experience.
7. Were
there experiences in your personal life or career that came in handy when
writing this book?
Working as a
translator, motherhood, expressing myself in visual art: painting, and
storytelling. But most of all the experience and the choice to leave my birth
country and as a result to loose myself completely, which was necessary to open
my eyes and continue a new venue, a process that is still going. Also my quest
for uncovering the truth behind living. Converting into Judaism, and the never
ceding challenge of living in Israel and meeting and accepting people of totally
different cultures and from all walks of life.
8. How
would you describe your writing style? Which writers or books is your writing
similar to?
Easy
reading, getting on with the history in storytelling, landscape experiences,
entertaining but also soul searching. I suppose my style must be a mix of many
valued writers: Emily Bronte, Willkie Collins; the lady in white, Farley Mowat,
his impressive ‘Never cry with wolfs’ series in Alaska, and Colleen McCullough,
especially her series starting with: The first man in Rome. And too many more amazing
writers to mention.
9. What
challenges did you overcome in the writing of this book?
It was a
wonderful experience that filled my life for three years. As English is not my
mother tongue this became a challenge in ‘getting it right’.
10. If
people can buy or read one book this week or month, why should it be yours?
This answer
is best given by a reader’s comment: Fascinating book, I couldn’t stop reading. Very interesting,
takes you to new places.
About The
Author: Living in Israel
changed my life into its full purpose, a constant journey. For more info, see: www.margreetknoester.ampbk.com.
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