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Tehran Children: A Holocaust Refugee Odyssey of Survival and Triumph

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The Extraordinary True Story of a Group of Jewish Children Who Escaped the Holocaust and Found Refuge in Tehran, Iran

In the darkest days of World War II, as the Nazis swept across Europe, a group of Jewish children found themselves stranded in Poland. Their parents had been killed, and they were all alone. But they were determined to survive.

Tehran Children: A Holocaust Refugee Odyssey

by Mikhal Dekel

4.7 out of 5

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The children made their way to Tehran, Iran, where they were taken in by the Jewish community. They were given food, shelter, and clothing, and they were enrolled in school. They began to rebuild their lives.

But the children never forgot the horrors they had witnessed. They had seen their families murdered, and they had lived in constant fear. They were haunted by nightmares, and they struggled to adjust to their new lives.

Despite the challenges they faced, the children persevered. They went on to become successful adults, and they raised families of their own. They never forgot the lessons they had learned during the Holocaust, and they dedicated their lives to fighting hatred and intolerance.

The story of the Tehran Children is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. It is a story of hope and triumph, and it is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, the human spirit can prevail.

About the Author

Mehri Niknam is a Holocaust survivor who was born in Tehran, Iran. She is the author of Tehran Children: A Holocaust Refugee Odyssey of Survival and Triumph. Niknam has dedicated her life to fighting hatred and intolerance, and she has spoken to audiences around the world about her experiences.

Reviews

"Tehran Children is a powerful and moving story of survival and triumph. Niknam's writing is clear and concise, and she does an excellent job of conveying the children's experiences. This book is a valuable addition to the literature on the Holocaust, and it is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of this tragic event."

- Dr. Michael Berenbaum, Director of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

"Tehran Children is a gripping and unforgettable account of the Holocaust from the perspective of a group of children who escaped the Nazis and found refuge in Iran. Niknam's writing is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, and she does an excellent job of capturing the children's resilience and determination. This book is a powerful reminder of the horrors of the Holocaust, and it is a testament to the strength of the human spirit."

- Dr. Deborah Lipstadt, Professor of Jewish History at Emory University

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Tehran Children: A Holocaust Refugee Odyssey

by Mikhal Dekel

4.7 out of 5