Hitler's Forgotten Children: My Life Inside The Lebensborn
Hitler's Forgotten Children: My Life Inside The Lebensborn
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015256
Book • Nonfiction
Germany • 20th century
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Hitler's Forgotten Children: My Life Inside the Lebensborn by Ingrid von Oelhafen and Tim Tate explores a person's harrowing experience as part of the Nazi Lebensborn program, which involved the kidnapping of children to promote an Aryan race. The memoir details her search for identity and family, revealing the impact of the program on her life.
Mysterious
Dark
Emotional
Unnerving
Contemplative
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Hitler's Forgotten Children: My Life Inside The Lebensborn offers a compelling personal narrative of uncovering past atrocities. Readers appreciate the heartfelt storytelling and historical insight but criticize occasional pacing issues. The book effectively highlights little-known aspects of Nazi history, making it a thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Hitler's Forgotten Children: My Life Inside The Lebensborn?
Readers interested in World War II history, personal memoirs of survival, and the psychological impact of Nazi policies would enjoy Hitler's Forgotten Children. Comparable to The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank and Born Survivors by Wendy Holden, it appeals to those who value personal narratives of resilience.
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256
Book • Nonfiction
Germany • 20th century
2015
Adult
18+ years
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