The Librarian of Auschwitz by Antonio Iturbe (Published 2012)
"Books are more dangerous than weapons. They are the most powerful form of resistance against intolerance."
Based on the true story of Dita Kraus, this powerful novel tells the extraordinary tale of a fourteen-year-old girl who risked her life to keep the magic of books alive during the darkest chapter of human history.
In the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, amid the horror and despair, a secret school was established in one of the children's blocks. Dita was entrusted with the most dangerous job of all: she became the librarian of the few precious books that were smuggled into the camp, protecting them from the Nazi guards who would kill anyone found with them.
While the world around her was being destroyed, Dita found solace and strength in literature. The books became symbols of hope, resistance, and the enduring power of the human spirit. Through her courage and determination, she helped preserve not just stories, but the very essence of humanity itself.
This deeply moving novel celebrates the transformative power of books and the incredible resilience of those who refused to let their spirits be broken, even in the face of unimaginable evil.
Published: 2012
Condition: Very Good - minor shelf wear, pages clean and intact, binding tight
Format: Paperback
Perfect for readers of historical fiction and stories of courage and resistance!
