Levels of Life

Interesting Facts

• The book combines three different stories that may initially seem unrelated but are united by the common theme of loss and love.
• The first part of the book is dedicated to the history of ballooning and explores how people sought to rise above the earth to see the world from a new perspective.
• The second part tells of a fictional love between French photographer Nadar and actress Sarah Bernhardt, exploring how love can elevate and destroy.
• The third part is autobiographical and describes the author's personal experiences after the death of his wife, exploring the depth of grief and loss.
• The book has been highly praised by critics for its emotional depth and literary craftsmanship, as well as for its unique combination of historical and personal narrative.