The Librarian of Auschwitz By Antonio Iturbe & Cilka's Journey By Heather Morris 2 Books Collection Set

by Antonio Iturbe, Heather Morris

Genres: Historical Fiction

Paperback

Published January 1, 2020

About the author

Antonio González Iturbe is a Spanish journalist, writer and professor. He is the director of the cultural magazine Librújula.

Reviews

[Siby S · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Librarian of Auschwitz by Antonio Iturbe is a poignant and gripping novel that sheds light on one of history’s darkest chapters. Set in Auschwitz during World War II, the story follows Dita Kraus, a courageous fourteen-year-old girl who becomes the custodian of the camp’s clandestine library. Through her determination to preserve books and knowledge, Dita finds purpose and hope, defying the dehumanizing conditions around her.

Iturbe masterfully portrays the resilience of the human spirit through characters like Fredy Hirsch, a compassionate leader who protects the camp’s children, and Rosa, Dita’s steadfast mother. Their acts of courage and unwavering love provide glimmers of light in the darkness.

With vivid prose and meticulous research, the novel captures the harrowing reality of Auschwitz while celebrating the enduring power of literature to inspire and heal. Dita’s journey is a testament to the strength of hope and the transformative impact of stories, even in the face of unimaginable horror.

Antonio Iturbe’s The Librarian of Auschwitz is a deeply moving work of historical fiction—a tribute to the indomitable human spirit and a powerful reminder of literature’s ability to illuminate even the darkest times.

[John Stieven · Rating 5 out of 5]

One just never knows how much one can endure. The more I read about the holocaust, the more I am amazed at what these ordinary people went through to survive and pass along their story.

Highly recommend -- this is a story of a young girl given tremendous responsibility. High school age appropriate.

[Karen]

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