This edition of Knyzhka Corner discusses The Blue Riviera – A Daughter’s Investigation, a memoir recounting a daughter’s effort to understand the circumstances surrounding her mother’s death in 1960.
The review outlines Sally Tomiuk Kurpita’s early life in Stari Kuti, her family’s immigration to Canada, her illness on the voyage, and her involvement in Montreal’s Ukrainian Catholic community.
It describes the events leading up to her fatal car accident, the unanswered questions surrounding her final hours, and the impact of her death on her daughter’s life.
The review follows the author’s exploration of family history, her relationship with her father, her connection to Ukrainian heritage, and her reflections on Ukrainian history and current events.
More information about the author and her work is available at her website.
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