Courage Was My Only Option: The Will to Survive, the Strength to Remember (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781882326143)

A testament to the will to survive and the strength to remember the Holocaust. Roman Kent's autobiography recounts his idyllic childhood in pre-war Poland, shattered by the Nazi invasion. Experience the horrors of the Lodz Ghetto and Auschwitz-Birkenau through his eyes, as his family is torn apart and their property confiscated. Follow Roman and his brother Leon's desperate fight for survival in Gross-Rosen and Flossenburg concentration camps, their liberation by American troops, and their journey to America to rebuild their lives.

This edition emphasizes the importance of remembrance, justice, and compassion, urging readers to learn from the past and stand against prejudice. Kent's story is a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the need to never forget the atrocities of the Holocaust. Perfect for readers interested in:

• Holocaust history
• Biographies of survivors
• World War II accounts

Author: Roman Kent
ISBN-10: 1882326148
ISBN-13: 9781882326143
Publisher: Library of the Holocaust
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2020
Pages: 344
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 6.40h x 6.00w x 0.70d