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An emotionally impactful narrative that highlights the efforts of teacher Anna Essinger to move her students from Nazi Germany to England in 1933, as Hitler rose to power. Facing the increasingly dark landscape of Europe, she received waves of child refugees in an old mansion in Kent, creating a safe haven for them. The story captures the power of hope and resilience against incredible dangers, offering fascinating testimonies through letters, diaries, and contemporary interviews.

The School That Escaped the Nazis is a dramatic human story that offers a unique perspective on Nazi oppression and the Holocaust, as well as one woman's determination to believe in a better world despite the evil surrounding her.

Pages: 448, Year of Publication: 0428, Dimensions: 15.2x15.2cm