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Explore the gripping true story of 'A Rebel in Auschwitz: The True Story of the Resistance Hero Who Fought the Nazis'. This poignant book by Jack Fairweather takes you deep into the harrowing experiences of Witold Pilecki, a Polish underground operative who infiltrated the notorious Auschwitz concentration camp during World War II. With a powerful narrative based on exclusive diaries, survivor accounts, and previously hidden files, this book offers a rare insight into Pilecki’s courageous mission to uncover Nazi atrocities and raise a resistance against oppression. As you delve into this compelling account, you will encounter themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the relentless fight for truth amid unimaginable horrors. This biography not only recounts Pilecki's own remarkable journey but also serves as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit during the Holocaust. Perfect for history buffs, educators, and anyone seeking to understand the real stories behind the Holocaust. A must-have addition to your WWII literature collection. Don't miss your chance to witness this extraordinary tale of heroism and defiance by adding 'A Rebel in Auschwitz' to your reading list today! Delivery information: This book is published by Scholastic US and consists of 352 pages, making it an excellent choice for readers interested in historical narratives.
A Rebel in Auschwitz: The True Story of the Resistance Hero Who Fought the Nazis from Inside the Camp (Scholastic Focus)
By Fairweather, Jack
Number of Pages 352
Publisher: Scholastic US
With exclusive access to previously hidden diaries, family and camp survivor accounts, and recently declassified files, critically acclaimed and award-winning journalist Jack Fairweather brilliantly portrays the remarkable man who volunteered to face the unknown in the name of tr...uth and country. This extraordinary and eye-opening account of the Holocaust invites us all to bear witness.Occupied Warsaw, Summer 1940: Witold Pilecki, a Polish underground operative, accepted a mission to uncover the fate of thousands interned at a new concentration camp, report on Nazi crimes, raise a secret army, and stage an uprising. The name of the camp -- Auschwitz.Over the next two and half years, and under the cruellest of conditions, Pilecki's underground sabotaged facilities, assassinated Nazi officers, and gathered evidence of terrifying abuse and mass murder. But as he pieced together the horrifying Nazi plans to exterminate Europe's Jews, Pilecki realized he would have to risk his men, his life, and his family to warn the West before all was lost. To do so meant attempting the impossible -- but first he would have to escape from Auschwitz itself...
A Rebel in Auschwitz: The True Story of the Resistance Hero Who Fought the Nazis from Inside the Camp (Scholastic Focus)
By Fairweather, Jack
Number of Pages 352
Publisher: Scholastic US
With exclusive access to previously hidden diaries, family and camp survivor accounts, and recently declassified files, critically acclaimed and award-winning journalist Jack Fairweather brilliantly portrays the remarkable man who volunteered to face the unknown in the name of tr...uth and country. This extraordinary and eye-opening account of the Holocaust invites us all to bear witness.Occupied Warsaw, Summer 1940: Witold Pilecki, a Polish underground operative, accepted a mission to uncover the fate of thousands interned at a new concentration camp, report on Nazi crimes, raise a secret army, and stage an uprising. The name of the camp -- Auschwitz.Over the next two and half years, and under the cruellest of conditions, Pilecki's underground sabotaged facilities, assassinated Nazi officers, and gathered evidence of terrifying abuse and mass murder. But as he pieced together the horrifying Nazi plans to exterminate Europe's Jews, Pilecki realized he would have to risk his men, his life, and his family to warn the West before all was lost. To do so meant attempting the impossible -- but first he would have to escape from Auschwitz itself...