What does it mean to come to terms with the legacy of a family shaped by the Holocaust, and what is it like to grow up in the shadow of a complex, narcissistic mother? Maly Mehrin and the Memory of Nation Institute Brno invite you to an evening presentation and discussion on the newly published book by Dr. Ann M. Altman.
The book (Im)perfect Memories (Mehrin 2026) is a remarkably candid literary monument to the author’s Moravian ancestors—the prominent Löwy Jewish family from Znojmo. By weaving together three unique sources—her grandmother’s remarkable diary spanning the years 1921–1939, the memoirs of her mother Edita Löwy, and the author’s own perspective—she has created a compelling narrative of pre-war life, escape from Nazism, lifelong psychological strain, and the journey toward final forgiveness.
During the evening, we will delve into the moving history of a family whose roots trace from Znojmo, Brno, Třebíč, and Ostrava to wartime England and the USA. We will also .
The discussion with Dr. Ann M. Altman and psychotherapist Renata Šerek will be moderated by historian Táňa Klementová. The book will be available for purchase at the venue. The talk will be held in English.

Voluntary admission fee.