The Lost Café Schindler

After the death of her father Kurt, Meriel Schindler embarks on a journey to uncover her family’s complex history, delving into stories spanning two centuries, two world wars, and the legacy of the famous Café Schindler in Innsbruck. Through photographs, papers, and reconnecting with relatives across Austria, Italy, and the USA, she pieces together a compelling narrative that touches on history, trauma, and identity. This memoir intertwines personal reflection with a broader exploration of Jewish history in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, highlighting the therapeutic power of storytelling.