The Apprentice of Buchenwald: The True Story of the Teenage Boy Who Sabotaged Hitler’s War Machine (Holocaust Survivor True Stories)
$16.95
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Book Synopsis: Alexander Rosenberg was a smart and curious teenager who spoke many languages, collected stamps, played the violin, and lived a pampered life with his affluent parents in a tranquil Czechoslovakian town. The rise of fascism and Nazi Germany causes his protected existence to collapse, alongside the illusion of secular Jewish assimilation in 1930s Europe. Using their last reserves of wealth and influence to escape extermination, the Rosenbergs go underground to avoid the Gestapo. Eventually exposed, captured, and taken to Buchenwald, the largest concentration camp in Germany, Alexander and his father collaborate to survive one day at a time. A chaotic chain of events puts young Alexander at the heart of a massive armament sabotage scheme. When his father is gravely injured and disappears after an air bombing, it is up to industrious Alexander to create leverage and use wartime machinations and raw talent to save his father's life. This universal, true story of inner strength, resourcefulness and optimism was documented and written by Alexander's grandson, Oren Schneider. It is dedicated to brave people everywhere who choose not to give up.
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Are you a history enthusiast looking for an incredible tale of survival and resistance? Look no further than "The Apprentice of Buchenwald: The True Story of the Teenage Boy Who Sabotaged Hitler’s War Machine." This gripping account chronicles the life of Alexander Rosenberg, a courageous teenager who defied the odds during the rise of fascism and Nazi Germany.
Immerse yourself in the story of a young boy whose comfortable life is shattered when his tranquil Czechoslovakian town becomes gripped by the horrors of World War II. Through his incredible resourcefulness, Alexander and his father go to great lengths to evade the Gestapo, only to end up imprisoned in Buchenwald, the largest concentration camp in Germany.
But this is not just a story of tragedy; it is a testament to the indomitable human spirit. Alexander, driven by love for his father, becomes the linchpin of a daring armament sabotage scheme. Determined to save his father's life, he utilizes his ingenuity and raw talent to navigate the perils of wartime Germany.
This captivating true story, meticulously documented and written by Alexander's grandson, Oren Schneider, will inspire readers of all backgrounds. It shines a light on the power of inner strength, resourcefulness, and optimism, serving as a timeless reminder of the bravery exhibited by those who refuse to surrender in the face of adversity.
Experience the remarkable journey of Alexander Rosenberg and join the ranks of the courageous. Don't miss out on this captivating tale available now. Click here to get your copy of "The Apprentice of Buchenwald: The True Story of the Teenage Boy Who Sabotaged Hitler’s War Machine."
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