The Island on Bird Street ~ Uri Orley. Warsaw Ghetto 1983 Hb UNread HERE in MELB

Description: Translated from Hebrew by Hillel Halkin. The Island on Bird Street is a 1981 semi-autobiographical children's book by Israeli author Uri Orlev, which tells the story of a young boy, Alex, and his struggle to survive alone in a ghetto during World War II. During World War II a Jewish boy is left on his own for months in a ruined house in the Warsaw Ghetto, where he must learn all the tricks of survival under constantly life-threatening conditions. About the AuthorUri Orlev was born in Warsaw in 1931. He spent the years 1939-41 in hiding in the Warsaw ghetto with his mother and younger brother. When his mother was killed by the Nazis, he and his brother were sent to Bergen-Belsen. After the war, Orlev went to Israel. He now lives in Jerusalem with his wife and their three children. In 1996, Uri Orlev received the Hans Christian Andersen Award, the highest international recognition given to an author of children's books, for his lasting contribution to children's literature.Very Interesting read!ReviewsDuring World War II a Jewish boy is left on his own for months in a ruined house in the Warsaw Ghetto. "More than just a valuable addition to Holocaust literature . . . it should garner a wide audience, which is exactly what its spirited portrait of hope and dauntless courage deserves." - Booklist More than just a valuable addition to Holocaust literature . . . it should garner a wide audience, which is exactly what its spirited portrait of hope and dauntless courage deserves. - Booklist, ALA FIVE STARS !! … A book for all. This is a good book about a brave the little boy. It was one of the very few books, if not the only book, where I enjoyed it and read it twice. An exceptional uplifting book!!... This is an exceptional children's book about a young boy surviving alone in a ruined house in an abandoned Jewish Ghetto during WW2. Very well written, insightful and easy to read. This is a good read, …. but I believe it was written for a young reader. Nevertheless, it's a good story of survival under terrible circumstances. Does not give the reader a historical perspective of the ghettos in wartime Poland. Highly recommended and little-known book …. of the war and Holocaust years told from a child's perspective. Left alone in the ghetto, a young boy struggles to survive, showing enormous courage, resilience and willpower. This moving story would make a nice addition to any collection of Jewish literature. I'd recommend the book for a teenage reader or for a Jewish reading group. Best for more mature readers able to handle difficult, complex topics. Excellent book!! … An excellent choice for anyone from children to adults...Although I had first seen the film and then ordered the book on Amazon, I really loved every page of it. I highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in reading how human resilience and hope— even at the worst of times- can help a young boy overcome hardships and survive! A great and suspense-filled adventure … I read this book when I was about 12 years old, and even today I still think about it a lot. It tackles the issues of WW2 in a fashion that kids will understand, without it scaring them. The story is warm, but I have to say, it had a huge impact on me, and I'm sure that it will have that same affect on anyone who picks it up. I very highly recommend it! An informative ……. This is an interesting book that really brings you into the mind of a Jewish child living during the Holocaust. It tells the story of an 11 year old boy named Alex who lives with his father in the Warsaw Ghetto. One horrible day, Alex's father leaves and Alex is forced to live in a bombed out house on 78 Bird Street. There he must learn how to survive in the always threatening conditions. Until his father returns, Alex must always be on alert. The main character's bravery and courage is inspiring to all who read this book. At times it could be a bit dull, but over all this book was wonderful. Anyone who loves to sit down with a good book should read The Island on Bird Street. A wonderful book … about a boy's struggle with horror, loneliness, hunger and fear. The portrayal of the brutality and ruthlessness of the Nazi's is evident, but the primary theme of the movie is about hope, courage, struggle and love of family. Alex displays great honor to his fellow Jews and ultimately to his father. Anyone who has read the book must see this movie and encourage others to see it.Marvellous Reading! WHY do ebayers buy from US?Because you KNOW what you're getting. 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