The Teacher of Warsaw by Mario Escobar (English) Hardcover Book

Description: The Teacher of Warsaw by Mario Escobar International bestselling author Mario Escobar captures the strength of the human spirit and the enduring power of kindness in this moving novel based on the true story of a brave Polish teacher who cared for hundreds of orphans in the Warsaw Ghetto. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description For fans of The Warsaw Orphan and The Tattooist of Auschwitz: the start of WWII changed everything in Poland irrevocably—except for one mans capacity to love.September 1, 1939. Sixty-year-old Janusz Korczak and the students and teachers at his Dom Sierot Jewish orphanage are outside enjoying a beautiful day in Warsaw. Hours later, their lives are altered forever when the Nazis invade. Suddenly treated as an outcast in his own city, Janusz—a respected leader known for his heroism and teaching—is determined to do whatever it takes to protect the children from the horrors to come.When over four hundred thousand Jewish people are rounded up and forced to live in the 1.3-square-mile walled compound of the Warsaw ghetto, Janusz and his friends take drastic measures to shield the children from disease and starvation. With dignity and courage, the teachers and students of Dom Sierot create their own tiny army of love and bravely prepare to march toward the future—whatever it may hold.Unforgettable, devastating, and inspired by a real-life hero of the Holocaust, The Teacher of Warsaw reminds the world that one single person can incite meaning, hope, and love.Praise for The Teacher of Warsaw:"Through meticulous research and with wisdom and care, Mario Escobar brings to life a heartbreaking story of love and extraordinary courage. I want everyone I know to read this book." —Kelly Rimmer, New York Times bestselling author of The Warsaw Orphan"A beautifully written, deeply emotional story of hope, love, and courage in the face of unspeakable horrors. That such self-sacrifice, dedication and goodness existed restores faith in humankind. Escobars heart-rending yet uplifting tale is made all the more poignant by its authenticity. Bravo!" —Tea Cooper, award-winning and bestselling author of The Cartographers SecretWorld War II historical fiction inspired by true eventsIncludes discussion questions for book clubs, a historical timeline, and notes from the authorBook length: 83,000 wordsAlso by author: Auschwitz Lullaby, Children of the Stars, Remember Me, The Librarian of Saint-Malo Author Biography Mario Escobar has a masters degree in modern history and has written numerous books and articles that delve into the depths of church history, the struggle of sectarian groups, and the discovery and colonization of the Americas. Escobar, who makes his home in Madrid, Spain, is passionate about history and its mysteries. Review In The Teacher of Warsaw, Escobars intimate, first-person delivery is flawlessly researched. Its historic timeline unfurls with heightening drama from the vantage point of one selfless man dedicated to the wellbeing of Polish children in harrowing wartime conditions against all odds and costs. Its a sobering, memorable story taking the reader through tragic events in occupied Warsaw, from September 1939 to May of 1943. An important, sensitive look at the triumph of the human spirit over evil, The Teacher of Warsaw is based on a true story and epitomizes the very best of poignant historical fiction. * New York Journal of Books * Review Quote In The Teacher of Warsaw, Escobars intimate, first-person delivery is flawlessly researched. Its historic timeline unfurls with heightening drama from the vantage point of one selfless man dedicated to the wellbeing of Polish children in harrowing wartime conditions against all odds and costs. Its a sobering, memorable story taking the reader through tragic events in occupied Warsaw, from September 1939 to May of 1943. An important, sensitive look at the triumph of the human spirit over evil, The Teacher of Warsaw is based on a true story and epitomizes the very best of poignant historical fiction. Details ISBN0785252177 Author Mario Escobar Pages 368 Publisher HarperCollins Focus Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 0785252177 ISBN-13 9780785252177 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2022-06-07 Imprint Harper Muse Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2022-06-07 UK Release Date 2022-06-07 Edited by Eric H. Bernicker Birth 1974 Affiliation Massachusetts Institute of Technology Position journalist Qualifications Ph.D. Alternative 9780785252184 DEWEY 863.7 Audience General AU Release Date 2022-08-02 NZ Release Date 2022-08-02 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158634852;

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