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Hidden Gold

By: Ella Burakowski
Narrated by: Theresa Tova
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When Poland is invaded in WWII, the Gold family sticks together in horrific conditions to survive.

It’s 1942, and the Nazis are rounding up Jews in the Polish town of Pinczow for transport to the Treblinka death camp. Leib and Hanna Gold thought they had more time to develop an escape plan. While Leib leaves to negotiate a hiding place, Hanna and their children, Shoshana, Esther, and 12-year-old David, steal away in the night to find shelter with a family friend. Leib promises to join them in the morning, but when daylight breaks, Leib had vanished. Hanna must flee to a safer refuge or she and her children will perish.

So begins a true story of terror, suspense, and deplorable hardship that lasts more than two years. In a place where everyone is afraid, neighbors turn on neighbors, gentiles betray Jews, and Jews victimize each other, hoping to survive the Holocaust. David Gold's memories of his formative years during World War II are captured by his niece, author Ella Burakowski, in this heart-stopping testament to the human spirit.

Learn more about the book and see historic photos of the Gold family at hiddengoldbook.com.

©2015 Ella Burakowski (P)2021 Second Story Press
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Critic reviews

“...an affirmation of human courage.” (Kirkus Reviews)

“The story of a Polish-Jewish family forced into hiding from the Nazis is by its very nature compelling, and the Golds’ familial bond and undaunted spirits are commendable....” (Publishers Weekly)

“Even though the subject matter is difficult, the portrayal of the characters is dynamic and heartwarming.... A fine purchase to support curriculum related to World War II and Holocaust studies.” (School Library Journal)

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Outstanding Moving True Story

Reading a book and hearing a book is a very different experience. So much so that when I read Hidden Gold it was such a true depiction of the events of one family's history of their holocaust experience. I just completed listening to the audiobook and let me tell you how moving it was to listen to the narrator. Imagine this, close your eyes and listen to the story of the Gold family and as the narrator tells the details, you can see in your mind what this family had to endure through the Holocaust. Of course, the fact the writer Ella Burkowski has the talent to bring to life her family's history in written words is simply outstanding but when you couple this with the narration of Theresa Tova, you have a sensational combination. Believe me when I say that while you listen, have tissues close by as it even brought this old man to tears.

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