The Tattooist of Auschwitz : Now a major Sky TV series
(Author) Heather MorrisIn April 1942, Lale Sokolov, a Slovakian Jew, is forcibly transported to the concentration camps at Auschwitz-Birkenau. When his captors discover that he speaks several languages, he is put to work as a Tätowierer (the German word for tattooist), tasked with permanently marking his fellow prisoners.Imprisoned for over two and a half years, Lale witnesses horrific atrocities and barbarism--but also incredible acts of bravery and compassion. Risking his own life, he uses his privileged position to exchange jewels and money from murdered Jews for food to keep his fellow prisoners alive.One day in July 1942, Lale, prisoner 32407, comforts a trembling young woman waiting in line to have the number 34902 tattooed onto her arm. Her name is Gita, and in that first encounter, Lale vows to somehow survive the camp and marry her.
Heather Morris
Heather Morris is an Australian author known for her work in historical fiction. She is best known for her novel "The Tattooist of Auschwitz," which is based on the true story of Holocaust survivor Lale Sokolov. Morris' writing style is poignant and powerful, as she brings to life the experiences of those who lived through one of the darkest periods in history. Through her work, Morris has made a significant impact on the historical fiction genre, shedding light on important stories that need to be told.
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