One Voice, Two Lives: From Auschwitz Prisoner to Airborne Trooper

by David Wisnia

Genres: Nonfiction, Memoir, World War II, Holocaust, Historical, History

208 pages, Unknown Binding

Published January 1, 2015

Reviews

[Ashley Palombi · Rating 5 out of 5]

As sad as this book was it was an amazing book. I learned a lot about WWII throughout the book. This story puts things into perspective about things we complain about everyday that mean absolutely nothing compared to what he and millions of others went through. I am so glad he found some good in the world.

[Larry Stolle · Rating 5 out of 5]

You heart will break and then be lifted with what you read in this book. You will come to see that though evil beyond imagine was happening all around and to him, David (Little Davy) Wisnia, had an angel sitting on his shoulder. His story is amazing and a testament to the human will and the power of faith. I met this great man in a barber shop in Langhorne, PA and his stories are even more amazing than what are in the book. I was gifted with a signed copy of this book by our common friend and barber. G-d Bless Little Davy.

[Darlene A. McGarrity · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an amazing story of survival and overcoming hardship. I personally know the author of this book. I never knew he had been through so much hell in his life until I read his story.
The memoir is written in first person and; gripping and heartbreaking.

[Andrea · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is very simply written--could have used an editor. However, his story was compelling and I read it through to the end. Stories like these are very important records for us all to have.

[Bennett Pascal · Rating 5 out of 5]

sadly is a quick read because David’s story is almost so impossible to believe it requires an addictive read. an inspirational and powerful story id recommend to anyone.

[Larry Warren · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great story about a man who lives a life that we would have a hard time imagining. It is a very simply told story by a man in his 90's who lived through one of the most horrifying experinces that a person could survive. I am thankful to his granddaughter for the book. I tried to purchase it through their website and was unable to. She reached out to me to see if I was interested. The Post Office lost the first book she sent, I contacted her and thankfully she resent it. Thank you, Karen Wisnia.

[Russell · Rating 5 out of 5]

David Wisnia has a unique and incredible story. It would be of interest to anyone who enjoys Holocaust memoirs, WWII accounts, or tales of triumph over evil. Robin Black and Doug Cervi have done a tremendous job of organizing the information into a compelling story. The afterword and tribute from David's family were tremendous. The Timeline and Endnotes were particularly helpful. The pictures were breathtaking and informative. The maps were great in orienting you to the time and place of the events. Overall, a wonderful book that I devoured and instantly wished were twice as long.

[Hedy Kling · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well narrated and detailed as the horrors this man survived during the Holocaust. The
fact that he could rebound into life with the sorrow and tragedy of what he endured is
indicative of the kind of man he is. He is an example of how faith in God, believing in
principals of kindness, forgiveness and, most of all, the will to live after what he had
to go through shows how extraordinary he is. Wonderful, amazing, human being.....only
wish we could all live up to his wisdom and understanding.

[Jreader · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had read The Volunteer, by Jack Fairweather, a few months ago. Well--most of it. It was so incredibly sad and such a well researched book. This book came to my attention from The NY Times with a nice write up.

This is such a nicely done story of an incredible life, a survivor of unspeakable times. Not many are left. They did so much for all of us.

[Lauren J.]

This incredible story of survival by Cantor David Wisnia is gripping. His survival in dire conditions was a true testament to his resilience. The story of him joining the 101st Airborne troop was amazing. The way he tells the stories both crushing and joyous is engaging. The history involved is eye opening as well. His honesty is welcoming as well.

[Courtney Wilbur · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just wow. Reading about the horrors of the holocaust from someone who experienced it just hits you a different way. I was lucky enough to get a personalized autographed book for Christmas and I will forever cherish this book.

[Kostas · Rating 5 out of 5]

A little hidden gem in the Holocaust memoirs. Without the philosophical aspect that other authors used to understand what happened to them, rather merely stating the horrific facts. Thank you Mr. Wisnia for sharing your story.

[Ellyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

I learned a lot, but story could have been told better.

[Mabon Finch · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible read. I had this finished in about two hours. I feel so fortunate to have communicated with the author. He is an incredible man.

[Cole Shumaker · Rating 5 out of 5]

David spoke to my high school in 2017, I had to pay for his book in quarters because it was all I had, but his story is incredible and well worth it

[Helen Gallagher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely an amazing book. This man David Wisnia was my mother’s cantor in her synagogue! What a sad story!