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Eric Lomax (1919-2012) had always been fascinated by steam locomotives; during the Second World War he became a railway man on the notorious Japanese Burma route. In this memoir he describes the captivity and abuse that he somehow survived and his meeting, many years later, with one of his torturers.
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A haunting memoir of war, trauma, and reconciliation.
Who is this book for?
The Railway Man offers a profound look into the lasting scars of war and the human capacity for forgiveness. You'll be drawn into Eric Lomax’s harrowing experiences and his incredible journey towards healing. It's a powerful read for anyone interested in resilience and the complexities of memory and remorse.
