Fight For Survival: The Story of the Holocaust

(Paperback)

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Major historical events are retold in the style of a short novel. Actual photos and illustrations from the era reinforce that the content is accurate even though it is presented as a narrative.

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Jessica Freeburg presents the Holocaust to a new generation by focusing on individuals who lived through the period and interweaving their stories to paint a picture of the era, giving a personal touch to the history rather than simply a recitation of facts. . . .This method works well. Dates, places and dry text do not capture the imagination as readily as characters based on individual narrative and choosing specific people to follow, some famous, others unknown, some heroic, others quite the opposite, is an effective way to maintain interest while presenting history smoothly and seamlessly. The book is written in easy-reading format, making it a good choice for the more reluctant or less comfortable reader and is useful both in and out of a classroom setting.-- "Jewish Book Council"
The writing is poignant and at times difficult; nevertheless, the voices of these individuals are clear and deliberate: "Remember us." . . .These individual stories, interwoven in time, provide a rather unique addition to Holocaust collections.-- "Association of Jewish Libraries Reviews"

Author Bio

Jessica Freeburg lives in Lakeville, MN, with her husband and three children. Her poetry and short stories have appeared in various magazines and anthologies. Her debut young-adult novel, Living in Shadows, was released in 2015. She has written several screenplays and enjoys working in film, writing, and producing documentaries focused on historical events that inspire her. You can visit her online at www.jessicafreeburg.com or follow her on Twitter: @jessicafreeburg.