Schindler's List
Schindler's List
Thomas Keneally
Hillary Clinton
One of Hillary Clinton's 3 answers to "Is there one book you wish all students would read?"
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Schindler's List

Schindler’s List

Thomas Keneally
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Thomas Keneally
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In the harrowing depths of Nazi-occupied Poland, a tale of unparalleled heroism unfolds, brought to vivid life by Thomas Keneally’s masterful pen in "Schindler's List." Oskar Schindler, an unlikely savior, emerges from the chaos of World War II as a beacon of hope. A flamboyant industrialist known for his love of luxury and a penchant for risk, Schindler evolves from a man motivated by profit to a guardian angel for his Jewish workforce. Amid the horror and despair of the Holocaust, Keneally crafts a narrative of redemption and courage, capturing the complexities of human nature and the indomitable spirit of those who fought to survive. Keneally’s storytelling prowess is on full display as he weaves fact with fiction, chronicling Schindler’s daring maneuvers against the SS to save more than a thousand Jews from certain death. "Schindler's List" is not just a historical account; it is a testament to the power of individual action in the face of overwhelming evil. Through meticulous research and compelling prose, Keneally invites readers into a world where moral ambiguity reigns but the potential for goodness within us all shines brightly. This Booker Prize-winning novel is a poignant reminder of the atrocities of the Holocaust and the resilience of the human spirit, making it an essential read that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide.

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Released
1982
18 Oct
Length
429
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One of Hillary Clinton's 3 answers to "Is there one book you wish all students would read?"
Whoever saves one life, saves the world entire.
— Thomas Keneally, Schindler's List

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