Night
4.5 (2
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Young Adult
Children’s
Biography
+3
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Format
Paperback
Pages
120
Language
English
Published
Jan 16, 2006
Publisher
Hill & Wang
Description
In a haunting narrative that captures the depths of human suffering and resilience, a young Elie Wiesel recounts his harrowing experiences during the Holocaust. As a teenager in Sighet, Transylvania, Elie's world is irrevocably shattered when he and his family are taken from their home and transported to the horrors of Auschwitz. The stark realities of life in the concentration camps plunge him into a landscape of anguish, despair, and an unwavering struggle for survival.
As Wiesel navigates this nightmarish existence, he reflects on the loss of family, faith, and the innocence of youth. The transformation from a hopeful boy to a witness of unimaginable cruelty unfolds vividly, capturing the reader's heart and provoking a profound moral reckoning. The powerful prose resonates with themes of identity, faith, and the essence of humanity amidst brutality.
Through his poignant storytelling, Wiesel not only sheds light on his personal story but also serves as a voice for the millions who suffered. His experiences offer a stark reminder of the past while urging readers to confront the implications of cruelty, indifference, and the importance of remembrance in a world still grappling with the shadows of hatred.
As Wiesel navigates this nightmarish existence, he reflects on the loss of family, faith, and the innocence of youth. The transformation from a hopeful boy to a witness of unimaginable cruelty unfolds vividly, capturing the reader's heart and provoking a profound moral reckoning. The powerful prose resonates with themes of identity, faith, and the essence of humanity amidst brutality.
Through his poignant storytelling, Wiesel not only sheds light on his personal story but also serves as a voice for the millions who suffered. His experiences offer a stark reminder of the past while urging readers to confront the implications of cruelty, indifference, and the importance of remembrance in a world still grappling with the shadows of hatred.
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