Hidden Teens, Hidden Lives: Primary Sources from the Holocaust

True Stories of Teens in the Holocaust

by Linda Jacobs Altman

Hiding behind a double wall in a ghetto in Poland, ten-year-old Aaron Elster heard gunshots and people screaming. In moments, Nazi troops discovered his family and herded them into the street, where Nazis were gunning people down. This young boy's hiding place did not save his family that time, but thousands of Jews went into hiding during the Holocaust. Barns, trapdoors, bunkers, secret attics, forged identity papers, and fake names became tools for survival. Author Linda Jacobs Altman uses primary sources to detail the stories of many Jews who went into hiding to survive the Nazi's planned extermination of Europe's Jews.

Genres: Holocaust, World War II, Nonfiction

128 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2010

Reviews

[Christopher_C2 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can you imagine living in a time where you might be shot when you walk on the streets only because of your race? Can you imagine living in a time where you wake up everyday, fearing that you might be discovered and killed? Can you imagine living in a time that you can not trust anyone? Can you imagin living in a time where your "friends" might peach you to murderers? This is the life of many Jews during the Holocaust. They were chased, and they were slaughtered on sight. Looking back to the dark history of the Holocaust reminds us of the value of peace. These stories of the Jews during World War 2 made me realize how lucky we are to be living in a time of serenity.

[Susan Reyna · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book contains quotes from many primary sources' accounts of their experiences, helping the reader understand there were many different, yet shockingly similar, accounts of the atrocities which befell much of Europe during the Holocaust. Good reading to expand your exposure.

[Sdesser · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was comprised of interviews with holocaust survivors and their stories. For the history buff, this is a sound read. The strength to survive such a horrific time is worth the read.