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The librarian of Auschwitz

The librarian of Auschwitz

The heart-breaking Sunday Times bestseller based on the incredible true story of Dita Kraus
History
Pages
432
Published
2019
Language
English

Synopsis

Based on the experience of real-life Auschwitz prisoner Dita Kraus, this is the incredible story of a girl who risked her life to keep the magic of books alive during the Holocaust.

Genres

History

Authors

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Antonio Iturbe

Antonio Iturbe is known for his powerful historical novel, The Librarian of Auschwitz. He is also the author of Evangelio esquizofrénico, a work of literary fiction exploring complex human experiences.

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Salva Rubio

Salva Rubio writes historical fiction, with notable works such as The Librarian of Auschwitz and El Fotógrafo de Mauthausen. He also explores diverse stories in titles like Vinland, Miles en París, and El príncipe 2.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Librarian of Auschwitz based on a true story?

    This novel is inspired by the real-life experiences of Dita Kraus, who was a teenage prisoner in Auschwitz and helped maintain a secret library for the children in her block. The author, Antonio Iturbe, interviewed Kraus extensively to ensure historical accuracy.