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    The Teacher of Warsaw: A WWII Novel
    The Teacher of Warsaw: A WWII Novel
    The Teacher of Warsaw: A WWII Novel
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    The Teacher of Warsaw: A WWII Novel

    Written by Mario Escobar

    Narrated by Zach Hoffman

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    About this audiobook

    "I want everyone I know to read this book." --Kelly Rimmer, New York Times bestselling author of The Things We Cannot Say

    For fans of The Warsaw Orphan and The Tattooist of Auschwitz. The start of WWII changed everything in Poland irrevocably--except for one man's capacity to love.

    September 1, 1939: Sixty-year-old Janusz Korczak and the students and teachers at his Dom Sierot Jewish orphanage are outside enjoying a beautiful day in Warsaw. Hours later, their lives are altered forever when the Nazis invade. Suddenly treated as an outcast in his own city, Janusz--a respected leader known for his heroism and teaching--is determined to do whatever it takes to protect the children from the horrors to come.

    When over four hundred thousand Jewish people are rounded up and forced to live in the 1.3-square-mile walled compound of the Warsaw ghetto, Janusz and his friends take drastic measures to shield the children from disease and starvation. With dignity and courage, the teachers and students of Dom Sierot create their own tiny army of love and bravely prepare to march toward the future--whatever it may hold.

    Unforgettable, devastating, and inspired by a real-life hero of the Holocaust, The Teacher of Warsaw reminds the world that one single person can incite meaning, hope, and love.

    For fans of The Goddess of Warsaw, this gripping WWII novel offers a unique perspective on the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity. With its powerful storytelling and poignant characters, The Teacher of Warsaw is a perfect book club pick. Delve deeper into the history and themes of the novel with the included timeline, author notes, and discussion questions.

    And don't miss Mario's other books: Auschwitz Lullaby, Children of the Stars, Remember Me, The Librarian of Saint-Malo, and The Forgotten Names

    "A beautifully written, deeply emotional story of hope, love, and courage in the face of unspeakable horrors. That such self-sacrifice, dedication and goodness existed restores faith in humankind. Escobar's heart-rending yet uplifting tale is made all the more poignant by its authenticity. Bravo!" --Tea Cooper, award-winning and bestselling author of The Cartographer's Secret

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHarper Muse
    Release dateJun 7, 2022
    ISBN9780785252207
    Author

    Mario Escobar

    Mario Escobar, novelista, historiador y colaborador habitual de National Geographic Historia, ha dedicado su vida a la investigación de los grandes conflictos humanos. Sus libros han sido traducidos a más de doce idiomas, convirtiéndose en bestsellers en países como los Estados Unidos, Brasil, China, Rusia, Italia, México, Argentina y Japón. Es el autor más vendido en formato digital en español en Amazon.

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    Readers find this title to be a well-written and intense portrayal of life in the Warsaw Ghetto during WWII. The story introduces the reader to Janusz Korczak, a hero who loved and protected the orphans in his care. The character development and attention to detail are highly praised. While the subject matter is dark, the book is not overly violent and can resonate with those who have experienced challenging times. The audiobook narration is also well-received. Overall, this title is recommended for its historical accuracy and compelling characters.

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    • 5/5

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    • 5/5
      Take your time listening to this book. So worth it!
    • 5/5
      This book made me cry which most books don't. Even tho I listen/read many War Books, Nazi books about Jews, Poles, and Ukrainians I never cried, but this book made me cry throughout it. This is a lovely book would recommend. We should never forget what happened to those people.
    • 5/5
      This story was filled with details of life in the Warsaw Ghetto. So the story line was intense. The character developments were so enjoyable though. The dr/teacher was such a solid character, and he attracted similar others in this book. I think I enjoyed the characters the most, as usual. However, I also appreciated the details of the land and surroundings.

      There's nothing too horrifically dragged out for those adults sensitive to violence. I am, and yet this story was doable for me. It is not gloss. It's a Jewish Ghetto in WWII. There will be challenging and reflective times.

      For anyone that loves a child and has been through a very challenging time, I'd imagine this book could resonate.

      I loved the Audiobook, though it might've taken a chapter to get used to the narration. I can't remember now honestly. So basically, that part should be manageable if it feels different at first.
    • 5/5
      While this was a fictionalized account, it introduced me to Janusz Korczak and the orphans he loved and protected throughout the time of the Nazi occupation of Poland. While Korczak was offered several times to escape, he refused because the children in his care were precious to him. I learned about this hero through this book and admire him for his bravery and love for the children in his care. While this is a dark time in history, people like Dr Korczak are bright lights in the face of evil.
    • 5/5
      A bittersweet based on a man that actually lived in the Warsaw ghetto during WWII. Who loved his orphans so much. He died with them than see them die alone.
    • 5/5
      I was familiar with the Warsaw uprising of 1944, but not well acquainted with life in the Jewish ghetto The story, although historical fiction, is based on facts. It is very well written. I listened to the audio. The narrator’s voice was easy to listen to, and he did a great job with the various accents. I highly recommend the book
    • 5/5
      Mario Escobar has once again written a moving story of children's lives upended by war. The story, though a work of fiction, is largely based on real life pediatrician and teacher Janusz Korczak during his time running an orphanage for Jewish children in occupied Warsaw, Poland. The author's note at the end of the book is extremely helpful in sorting fact from fiction, and this book has a healthy dose of fact. The book also has a healthy dose of insight into humanity, insight that remains true for our current national and world experiences. Escobar's writing style is at once simple and complex, enlightening and depressing, entertaining and educational, but mostly it is empowering.

      I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of The Teacher of Warsaw from Harper Muse via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.
    • 3/5
      Janusz Korczak spent his entire life looking after children and giving them the best opportunities possible. As an orphanage director in Warsaw, when the Nazi's invaded, he selflessly continued to look after his children.. Despite lack of resources and the continuous threat of death he stayed by the children until the end.

      I admire Janusz and consider him a hero. However, I did not enjoy this book. It rambled all over the place and spent more time on philosophy rather than what was going on in the ghetto. Despite its subject matter, this is not a book I would reread or recommend.
    • 5/5
      The Nazis have moved all the Polish Jews to the ghetto, including all the children in Janusz Korczak’s orphanage. Everyone’s life has changed. There is little or no food. Every day is a struggle to survive.

      Janusz Korczak battles day in and day out to find enough food, medicine and clothing for all the children in his care. The atrocities of the Nazis and the deaths he witnesses every day are almost too much to handle. But, he never gives up!

      This is a story which will break your heart. But, it is also a story which will show you about the love, hope and strength one person can have on others. Dr. Korczak saved so many but he could not save everyone. But, he is determined. This is a novel I will not soon forget. It is so beautifully written and well researched. I love that it is based on a real life hero.

      Need a fantastic historical fiction you will be thinking about for days after…THIS IS IT! Grab your copy today!

      I received this novel from the publisher for a honest review.