The Boys: The Story of 732 Young Concentration Camp Survivors
The Boys: The Story of 732 Young Concentration Camp Survivors
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1998
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BetaThe Boys: The Story of 732 Young Concentration Camp Survivors
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1998528
Book • Nonfiction
Europe • 1940s
1998
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Boys: The Story of 732 Young Concentration Camp Survivors by Martin Gilbert documents the journey of 732 young individuals who survived Nazi concentration camps. The book chronicles their experiences during and after the Holocaust, highlighting their resilience and eventual resettlement in Britain, where they rebuilt their lives and formed lasting bonds in their new community.
Informative
Dark
Emotional
Melancholic
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Boys: The Story of 732 Young Concentration Camp Survivors by Martin Gilbert receives praise for its meticulous research and emotional depth, shining a light on the resilience of young Holocaust survivors. Some reviewers find it dense, potentially challenging casual readers. Despite this, its poignant narrative remains impactful and educational, offering invaluable historical insights.
Who Should Read The Boys: The Story of 732 Young Concentration Camp Survivors?
Readers interested in The Boys: The Story of 732 Young Concentration Camp Survivors by Martin Gilbert might enjoy historical narratives of resilience and survival during the Holocaust. Comparable to works like Night by Elie Wiesel and The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank, it appeals to those seeking poignant, personal accounts of human endurance.
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Book • Nonfiction
Europe • 1940s
1998
Adult
18+ years
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