The Memory Place, 9789493418547
Paperback
Love and survival in Nazi-occupied Amsterdam, a harrowing testament.
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The Memory Place

How My Parents Survived Nazi Hell

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  • Paperback

    290 pages

  • Release Date

    3 May 2026

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Summary

When WWII breaks out in Amsterdam, Hetty and Fritz have not yet met. Following Adolf Hitler’s rise to power and the hostile takeover of the Netherlands, armed German soldiers appear on every street. Through propaganda and increasing restrictions, hatred is cultivated towards thousands of Dutch citizens, especially Jews. They are terrorized, and forced to relinquish everything, including their homes, bank accounts, and citizenship. Then, family and friends start disappearing.

Two month…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9789493418547
ISBN-10:9493418545
Author:Monica Van Rijn
Publisher:Amsterdam Publishers
Imprint:Amsterdam Publishers
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:290
Release Date:3 May 2026
Weight:390g
Dimensions:229mm x 152mm x 17mm
Series:Holocaust Books for Young Adults
About The Author

Monica Van Rijn

Monica van Rijn is the daughter of two camp survivors whose entire families perished during the Nazi regime. She is a trained, internationally recognized guest speaker who captivates young and old audiences with this compelling, true story that illustrates the fortitude of the human spirit.

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