Just When I thought I had read and seen everything I'd ever want about the Holocaust (and then some), I found myself fascinated by this book. Quite frankly, reading about somebody's true experience suddenly makes a story like "Life is Beautiful" seem shallow and unnecessary. (Truth being stranger, and more compelling, than even well-Intended fiction.) In some ways it's the details of real everyday life - the food rations, the clandestine radio listening, the casual comments of neighbors - that make the book come alive. Plus, the clarity of the storytelling (it reads like a novel but Maintains the right dose of sobriety and dignity) simply transports you into Edith Hahn's world. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to feel knowledgeable about the Holocaust.
