The Cellist of Sarajevo

by Steven Galloway

Nearly half a century later, it’s this contradiction that appeals to the cellist. That something could be almost erased from existence in the landscape of a ruined city, and then rebuilt until it is new and worthwhile, gives him hope.

It’s a rare gift to understand that your life is wondrous, and that it won’t last forever.

It’s possible, even likely, that they view this as some sort of game. Boys throwing bombs instead of balls.