Quiet Flows the Una

"Quiet Flows the Una" is a poignant novel that illuminates the journey of a man trying to overcome the personal traumas caused by the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina between 1992 and 1995. The protagonist, a veteran and poet, experiences three crucial periods in an induced trance state: his childhood before the war, the frontlines during the conflict, and the struggle to lead a normal life in a society marked by conflict. The poetic and meditative prose of author Faruk Šehić allows readers to grasp the character's inner turmoil as he attempts to piece together the fragments of his life. The narrative is enriched by dreamlike descriptions of the town by the Una River, capturing the beauty of nature and carefree childhood memories. This work is a tribute to the strength and beauty of life, even in the face of death and destruction.