In April 1942, Slovak Jew Lale was forcibly sent to Auschwitz. Lale, who spoke multiple languages, was forced to work as a tattoo artist in the concentration camp. He had to leave permanent marks on the skin of thousands of prisoners. In the concentration camp, Lale witnessed horrific atrocities and also witnessed the kindness of human nature. He risked his life and used his privilege to extend the lives of his surviving compatriots by exchanging jewelry and money from the murdered Jews in exchange for food and medicine.
Reader comments
This book allowed me to see the cruelty of war and the complexity of human nature. The protagonist Lale still maintains her kindness and courage in such a harsh environment, which is really admirable. He was like a ray of light in the darkness, giving a glimmer of hope to those in dire straits. This reminds me of a friend of mine who always lends a helping hand when others need help, even if he himself is in difficulty. I think we should all be kind people like Lale and my friends.
This book allowed me to see the cruelty of war and the complexity of human nature. The protagonist Lale still maintains her kindness and courage in such a harsh environment, which is really admirable. He was like a ray of light in the darkness, giving a glimmer of hope to those in dire straits. This reminds me of a friend of mine who always lends a helping hand when others need help, even if he himself is in difficulty. I think we should all be kind people like Lale and my friends.
Not bad, it's a good book
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