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Elisabeth Hartig Lentulo Featured in Reader’s House Magazine with Powerful Interview on “Near the Danube Bridge”

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London – 2 June 2025 – Acclaimed author Elisabeth Hartig Lentulo is the subject of a deeply moving and insightful feature in the latest issue of Reader’s House Magazine, the UK’s premier literary gateway celebrating bestselling and award-winning writers from around the world. The magazine offers high praise for Lentulo’s latest book, Near the Danube Bridge, and her powerful storytelling that brings untold Balkan histories to life with compassion and historical depth.

In a special interview published in the April issue, Lentulo opens up about the personal journey behind her novel and the painstaking process of researching her father Kalman’s harrowing experience during World War II. The magazine commended Lentulo’s work as a “profoundly moving narrative” that “masterfully preserves untold histories with compassion, blending personal memory and global perspective.”

In the interview, Lentulo recounts the moment the project began:

“Elisabeth asked me to write the story of her father the day after Russia invaded Ukraine. I answered yes right away, not knowing where the project would take me.”

Drawing from rare documents, family interviews, and Kalman’s personal letters and diary, Lentulo reconstructs a deeply human story of resilience and trauma. As a classically trained violinist, she was particularly moved by Kalman’s use of music as a refuge:

“Kalman withdrew into his music in times of crisis throughout his childhood and adulthood.”

The book not only recounts historical injustices often overlooked in European history but also invites readers to consider contemporary parallels, such as the plight of modern refugees:

“My hope was that readers would realise injustices and persecutions happen all the time around the globe… Kalman’s experience exposes some of that.”

Near the Danube Bridge resonates deeply with modern audiences, shedding light on historical events like the Pančevo Massacre and the complex socio-political fabric of the former Yugoslavia.

Reader’s House Magazine praised both the author and the title, placing Near the Danube Bridge among its top literary highlights, with a featured interview and rave review. The publication is available in print, online, electronic (interactive) formats, and across social media platforms, offering global audiences access to its curated selection of exceptional literary voices.

About Elisabeth Hartig Lentulo

Elisabeth Hartig Lentulo is an acclaimed author, violinist, and historian with a Master’s degree in Humanities. Her work focuses on memory, resilience, and the legacy of historical trauma. Through her storytelling, Lentulo sheds light on overlooked histories and connects personal experiences with broader social and cultural narratives. Near the Danube Bridge is her most recent work, a heart-rending account of her father’s life under political persecution in 20th-century Europe.

About Reader’s House Magazine

Reader’s House magazine is London’s premier literary gateway, featuring acclaimed, bestselling, and award-winning authors who have reshaped the landscape of contemporary literature. With its insightful interviews and rave reviews, the magazine offers readers an intimate glimpse into the minds behind today’s most impactful stories. Reader’s House is available in print, electronic, and social media formats, broadening its reach to audiences worldwide. Each issue celebrates literary excellence, showcasing talent that inspires, captivates, and transcends boundaries.

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