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The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris

The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris

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The Tattooist of Auschwitz #1
275 pages, Paperback
23cm x 15cm (C-Format)
Published 2018
Condition: LIKE NEW: This book is almost as new, with no damage nor defects

Goodreads Rating: 4.31 * 997,721 ratings * 60,846 reviews
Genres: Historical Fiction/World War II/Romance/Holocaust

***Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Best Historical Fiction (2018)***
***Nominee for Best Debut Author (2018)***

"The Tattooist of Auschwitz is a poignant tale based on the true story of Lale and Gita Sokolov, two Slovakian Jews who miraculously survived the horrors of Auschwitz and eventually settled in Australia. Amidst the unimaginable suffering of the concentration camp, Lale was tasked with the grim duty of tattooing numbers onto the arms of his fellow prisoners, a haunting symbol of the Holocaust. Despite the constant threat of death, Lale used his position to barter for food, saving countless lives in the process.

While there are countless books recounting the atrocities of the Holocaust, what sets this story apart is Lale Sokolov's unwavering will to live. He faced the brutality of the camp with courage and determination, refusing to let it strip him of his humanity. Amidst the darkness, a love story blossomed between Lale and Gita, a beacon of hope and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.

After the war, Lale and Gita kept their harrowing experiences mostly to themselves as they built a new life in Australia. However, upon Gita's passing, Lale felt compelled to share their story with the world, to ensure that their legacy lived on. Their tale is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of love in the most dire circumstances.

The Tattooist of Auschwitz is a moving account that will evoke tears but also inspire hope. It showcases the resilience and compassion that can endure even in the darkest of times.
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