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Author Edith Eva Eger, world-renowned Holocaust survivor and psychologist, recounts her harrowing journey in The Ballerina of Auschwitz. This Ukrainian Holocaust memoir (224 pages, 130 × 200 mm, ~500 g) follows 16-year-old Edi, an aspiring Olympic gymnast deported from Hungary to Auschwitz in 1943. In a moment of unspeakable courage, she dances for Nazi doctors and finds strength in hope, love, and her enduring spirit. Presented in a moving hardcover teen biography with sensitive illustrations by Debra Sfetisios-Zonover, translated by Khrystyna Radchenko and published by Knigolav in 2025. A powerful, true inspirational story of trauma, survival, and healing
✨ Key Features:
📖 224 pages of firsthand Holocaust testimony from a teen survivor
📚 Hardcover, 130 × 200 mm, 500 g — sturdy, collectible edition
💡 Themes: resilience, courage, trauma healing, sibling love, hope amid horror
🌍 Ukrainian translation by Khrystyna Radchenko; includes sensitive illustrations for teen readers
🎯 Ideal for ages 10+, Holocaust education, and memoir enthusiasts
🎯 Why You Should Buy:
This poignant narrative offers powerful lessons on survival, empathy, and forgiveness. It’s a vital addition to education on the Holocaust and personal growth. Perfect for family libraries, schools, or as a deeply inspirational gift.