The unforgettable true story of survival and hope from the celebrated therapist and Holocaust survivor – now rewritten for readers of all ages andwith 30% new material from Edith's teenage years.
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Edith Eger captivated millions with her incredible tale of survival and strength in her award-winning bestseller, The Choice.
Now, in The Ballerina of Auschwitz, Edith revisits her wartime experiences in a deeply personal retelling, through the eyes and emotions of her teenage self before, during, and after Auschwitz.
Through this reworking of her poignant narrative, Edith brings readers of all ages into the heart of her experiences, offering a compelling message of hope and resilience that will ensure her story is never forgotten.
The Ballerina of Auschwitz is an unforgettable memoir and profoundly moving true story, showing that hope can flower in the most unlikely places.
Praise for Edith Eger:
'I will be forever changed by Dr Eger's story' Oprah, TV presenter and bestselling author of Build the Life You Want
‘One of those rare and eternal stories you don't want to end … a gift to humanity’ Desmond Tutu, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate
‘Extraordinary ... will stick with you long after you read it’ Bill Gates
‘Edith’s strength and courage are remarkable… Her life and work are an incredible example of forgiveness, resilience and generosity.’ Sheryl Sandberg, bestselling author of Lean In
‘I can't imagine a more important message for modern times. Eger's book is a triumph’- The New York Times
'Her story is a testament to our true human potential. She's a gift' Nicole LePera, bestselling author of How to Do The Work
'Wise and provocative' The Daily Mail
‘This woman will change your life ... The Giftshould be required reading for all humans’ Marie Forleo, bestselling author of Everything is Figureoutable
'A beautiful, life-changing manifesto' Brené Brown, bestselling author of Dare to Lead
'An essential read for tough times' Dr Rangan Chatterjee, bestselling author of Happy Mind, Happy Life
Publisher: Ebury Publishing
ISBN: 9781846047817
Number of pages: 192
Dimensions: 197 x 126 x 13 mm
Weight: 137 g
Language: English
I finished reading this book a few days before Edie celebrated her 97th birthday. Revisiting her story at this time, it struck me again how close she came to not surviving to adulthood. If not for a loaf of bread…... More
As the title suggests, this is a memoir concerning the teenage years of a ballerina and gymnast, dominated by the months she spent in Auschwitz and then various camps as the war drew to its end. There are quite a few... More
A dark story all the more uncomfortable for knowing it is true. This is a difficult read making the reader face a terrible history but also a story that - slowly and painfully - shows that we can survive and that our... More
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