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Story of a Secret State: My Report to the World

Jan Karski
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Story of a Secret State: My Report to the World

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013

Book Brief

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Jan Karski

Story of a Secret State: My Report to the World

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Poland • 1940s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Story of a Secret State: My Report to the World, Jan Karski narrates his experiences as a courier for the Polish Underground during World War II. He details the resistance movement's efforts against Nazi occupation and relays his perilous mission to inform the Allies about the atrocities occurring in Poland.

Informative

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.6

1,933 ratings

90%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Story of a Secret State: My Report to the World by Jan Karski is praised for its vivid, firsthand account of WWII-era Poland, offering powerful insights into resistance efforts. Readers commend its historical significance and engaging narrative, though some find the detailed accounts occasionally dense. Overall, it is a compelling read for those interested in wartime history.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Story of a Secret State: My Report to the World?

Readers interested in Story of a Secret State: My Report to the World are typically history enthusiasts focused on World War II and resistance movements. They may also enjoy The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank and Night by Elie Wiesel, appreciating personal narratives and historical insights.

4.6

1,933 ratings

90%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Poland • 1940s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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