In this poignant and thought-provoking novel, Colin Lang explores the complex journey of Alec Laskowsky, a British man of Polish Jewish descent, as he navigates the intricacies of identity and belonging. Raised in an Orthodox Jewish family, Alec finds himself increasingly at odds with his religious heritage, leading him to abandon his roots and to forge a new path in the secular world.
However, Alec's carefully constructed and successful life is disrupted by a series of events that force him to confront his Jewish identity and set him on a path of introspection and guilt. As antisemitism resurges around him, he is compelled to re-evaluate his relationship with the heritage he once despised.
Through Alec's story, Lang highlights the universal theme of seeking connection and meaning with one's past as Alec comes to realize that he cannot escape but cannot return. Ultimately, Alec's Complaint: A Crisis of Identity invites the reader to reflect on the enduring power of heritage, even for those who feel disconnected. It offers a compelling narrative for readers of all ages and backgrounds, grappling with questions of alienation and redemption.
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Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
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Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 7 mm
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978-965-7041-49-9 (9789657041499)
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Colin Lang, an Oxford University graduate, initially qualified as an accountant with aspirations for a business career, but ultimately found his true calling in law. After qualifying as a member of the English Law Society, he practised as a solicitor specializing in civil and family law, eventually retiring as a consultant with one of the Midlands' largest practices.Throughout his legal career, Lang served in several distinguished judicial roles, including fifteen years as a Deputy District Judge and an appointment as part-time Chairman of the Social Security Appeal Tribunal. He has also shared his expertise through lectures on Human Rights Law.Beyond his legal practice, Lang maintains strong ties to the Jewish community. He represents Birmingham Hebrew Congregation at the Board of Deputies of British Jews and holds a membership in the Jewish Historical Society and supports the Jewish Museum as a friend of the institution.In retirement, Lang continues his professional engagement as a director of several companies and has established himself as an author, having written three books: Divided We Stand, In My Time, and Alec's Complaint.
