March to Freedom: A Memoir of the Holocaust

by Edith Singer

The author's personal account of the day to day existence at Auschwitz

92 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993

Reviews

[Kaeli Rae]

I read this for my English class and man this is one of the best books I have ever read! Since this is a memoir I could not find it in me to give it a star rating. This was such an amazing survivor and first hand account story of someone that was in the holocaust! I really feel for Edith but is definitely the bravest person ever! I’m so happy she was able to be liberated and have the life and education she dreamed about and deserves! I recommend this book! Wow! Just wow!

[Anne Carter · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is another book I just read as an English 071 tutor. A short book, MARCH TO FREEDOM is Edith Singer's memoir of her time spent at Auschwitz. Edith was a teen at the time she and her family were removed from their home in Hungary(Czech), and she describes the extreme hardships, the fear, the disrespect she experienced at the hands of the Nazis. Included are some of the minute details from inside the infamous death camp, descriptions of the harsh treatment, the senseless, random killings, the struggle to stay hopeful and alive.

Like any Holocaust memoir, MARCH TO FREEDOM may be difficult for some to read. Singer, however, does leave out a lot of the grisly detail found in other recounts, choosing to focus on the strength of her family and the resolve to survive she found within herself.

This book is a good choice for reluctant readers due to its shorter length and readability, but anyone wanting another view of Auschwitz would appreciate Singer's poignant memories.

[Lizette Valles · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have so much respect for Edith Singer, a Holocaust survivor and the author of this memoir. Her courage in the face of extreme opposition and torture is astounding. I am so grateful to her for writing her story--it needed to be heard. This book reminds me that God's grace is sufficient.

[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Met the author in person at the Museum of Tolerance. Her story of surviving the Holocaust is inspiring!

[Andre · Rating 2 out of 5]

Great personal account of her experience in the Holocaust. Her recollection of her memories is amazing. But it wasn't a very well written book.

(Yes, I'm starting to sound like Rita.)

[Paul_pci · Rating 2 out of 5]

"Just the facts ma'am" narrative. Not engaging.

[Joseph · Rating 5 out of 5]

its a cool book so far but i havent read enough to say something.It showed me the real problem wbout te holocaust gave me a whole new perspective about it.

[Farkas Library]

12 mc8

[Rey · Rating 4 out of 5]

The story of Edith singer is and story of perseverance. She got past all the challenges life threw at her. I like how she gave every detail of how she lived in the concentration camp. From what she did to how she felt. When reading the book you enter in her life an feel what she feels. It is a great book