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Book Synopsis: The classic true story of one child's experiences during the holocaust. Nine-year-old Piri describes the bewilderment of being a Jewish child during the 1939-1944 German occupation of her hometown (then in Hungary and now in the Ukraine) and relates the ordeal of trying to survive in the ghetto. Upon the Head of the Goat is the winner of the 1982 Boston Globe - Horn Book Award for Nonfiction and a 1982 Newbery Honor Book.
“This is a book that should be read by all those interested in the Holocaust and what it did to young and old.” — Isaac Bashevis Singer
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Step back in time and experience history through the eyes of a child with "Upon the Head of the Goat: A Childhood in Hungary 1939-1944." This poignant and award-winning book chronicles the gripping true story of a Jewish girl's struggle to survive the horrors of the Holocaust. Every page is filled with raw emotion and harrowing details that will keep you captivated until the very end.
Immerse yourself in the world of young Piri as she navigates through the challenges of the German occupation of her hometown in Hungary. Her bravery and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity will inspire and move you. This compelling narrative sheds light on the importance of resilience and hope even in the darkest of times.
Winner of the prestigious Boston Globe - Horn Book Award for Nonfiction and a Newbery Honor Book, "Upon the Head of the Goat" is a literary masterpiece that resonates with readers of all ages. Isaac Bashevis Singer himself praised this book, highlighting its significance in understanding the impact of the Holocaust on both the young and the old. Don't miss the chance to delve into this powerful and thought-provoking read.
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