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Biography

Monika Helfer (1947-2026), one of Austria's most acclaimed contemporary writers, published numerous novels, short stories, and children's books. Throughout her career, she received many awards, including the Austrian Cross of Honour for Science and Art, First Class. Helfer reached a broad international readership with her bestselling family trilogy Die Bagage (Last House Before the Mountain), Vati (Library for the War-Wounded), and Löwenherz (Lionheart).

Reading Guide

Last House Before the Mountain

The following questions are intended to enhance your discussion of Monika Helfer’s Last House Before the Mountain, translated by Gillian Davidson.

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Reading Guide

Library for the War-Wounded reading group guide

Questions for reading groups about Library for the War-Wounded

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