But You Did Not Come Back
But You Did Not Come Back
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2016
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Europe • 1940s
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
But You Did Not Come Back is a memoir by Marceline Loridan-Ivens in which the author reflects on her harrowing experiences during the Holocaust. Through a poignant letter to her father, who perished in the genocide, Loridan-Ivens shares her enduring love and the impact of those traumatic events on her life and identity.
Melancholic
Dark
Nostalgic
Emotional
Contemplative
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But You Did Not Come Back by Marceline Loridan-Ivens is a poignant memoir that delves into the Holocaust's enduring impact. Readers praise its emotional depth and raw honesty. However, some find the narrative's brevity limits its exploration of certain themes. Overall, the book is a powerful testament to loss and resilience, leaving a lasting impression.
Who Should Read But You Did Not Come Back?
Readers drawn to poignant, reflective memoirs on Holocaust survival, like those of Night by Elie Wiesel, will appreciate But You Did Not Come Back by Loridan-Ivens. It captures resilience, poignant loss, and the enduring impact of trauma, appealing to those interested in personal narratives and WWII history.
4,196 ratings
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Europe • 1940s
2016
Adult
18+ years
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