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The Lost Childhood chronicles the extraordinary six years of a daring Polish Jewish boy and his family, who survived the horrors of the Holocaust by skillfully obtaining false papers and living as Catholics. This personal narrative offers a vivid, first‑hand perspective on the challenges faced by Jewish children in Poland during World War II, illustrating the ingenuity, determination, and resilience required to endure one of history's darkest periods. Through its detailed account, the book sheds light on ethnic relations and the dangers of persecution while highlighting the human spirit’s capacity to persevere even in the most dire circumstances.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Yehuda Nir
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