The Diary of a Young Girl (Mass Market Paperbound)

The Diary of a Young Girl Book Description

Discovered in the attic in which she spent the last years of her life, Anne Frank's remarkable diary has since become a world classic -- a powerful reminder of the horrors of war and an eloquent testament to the human spirit. In 1942, with Nazis occupying Holland, a thirteen-year-old Jewish girl and her family fled their home in Amsterdam and went into hiding. For the next two years, until their whereabouts were betrayed to the Gestapo, they and another family lived cloistered in the "Secret Annex" of an old office building. Cut off from the outside world, they faced hunger, boredom, the constant cruelties of living in confined quarters, and the ever-present threat of discovery and death. In her diary Anne Frank recorded vivid impressions of her experiences during this period. By turns thoughtful, moving, and amusing, her account offers a fascinating commentary on human courage and frailty and a compelling self-portrait of a sensitive and spirited young woman whose promise was tragically cut short.

About the Author :

Eleanor Roosevelt has contributed to The Diary of a Young Girl as an author. Eleanor Roosevelt was First Lady of the United States from 1933 to 1945. After her husband's death in 1945, Roosevelt continued in her role as an internationally prominent author, speaker, politician, and activist. This year (2009) marks the 125th year since her birth.

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By Aryan, 10/07/2008 17:17:30

This heartrending classic is a must-read and re-read. The story is about Anne Frank and her family. During the second world war they all hide in a secret alcove above a factory. They stay there for two years. In these 2 years, anne has no friend except her diary which she writes everyday happenings, her arguments with her family, the happy times, the celebrations, and her dreams. Ironically, in the last entry Anne speculated about what she would do in her future. The terror of second world war is portrayed extremely well. The book speaks for itself. It gives another perspective to World War II. This is the true story of a group of people who are living in hope and fear. A great book to read. I Love the Diary of a young girl.

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