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This Has Happened: An Italian Family in Auschwitz

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This Has Happened: An Italian Family in Auschwitz

by Piera Sonnino

4.5 out of 5

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Print length	:	126 pages

In the spring of 1944, the lives of the Finzi-Contini family changed forever. The Nazis invaded their home in Florence, Italy, and took them to Auschwitz. This book tells the story of their survival, their courage, and their hope.

The Finzi-Contini family was a prominent Jewish family in Florence. Gino Finzi was a well-known doctor, and his wife, Helga, was a talented musician. They had three children: Lucia, Alberto, and Giorgio.

When the Nazis invaded Italy, the Finzi-Contini family knew they were in danger. They tried to hide, but they were eventually captured and sent to Auschwitz. In Auschwitz, they were subjected to unimaginable horrors. They were starved, beaten, and humiliated. They were forced to work long hours in the freezing cold, and they were constantly in fear of their lives.

But even in the midst of this darkness, the Finzi-Contini family found hope. They found hope in each other, and they found hope in their faith. They never gave up on their dream of freedom, and they never lost their love for each other.

This book is a powerful and moving account of the Holocaust. It is a story of survival, courage, and hope. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Praise for This Has Happened

"A powerful and moving account of the Holocaust. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the horrors of this dark period in history." - Elie Wiesel

"A gripping and unforgettable story. This book is a testament to the strength of the human spirit." - Primo Levi

"A masterpiece of storytelling. This book is a must-read for anyone who cares about history." - Simon Wiesenthal

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This Has Happened: An Italian Family in Auschwitz

by Piera Sonnino

4.5 out of 5