The Violin of Auschwitz (Audiobook)

from saratoga99

A sparse, totally riveting novella, it required two contemplative readings for me to thoroughly absorb and remember. Each minute chapter commenced with genuine excerpts from remaining enduring documents that bore unequivocal testament to the brutality which existed within the environs of Auschwit...

from jennbisk

I loved this book. It was short and filled with horror, but also passion. Very powerful. I couldn't put the book down once I started because I couldn't wait to find out the end. I was not disappointed once I got there. I also loved the historical documents beginning each chapter -- it was a const...

from john257hopper

A gem of a life-affirming novella about a Jewish man who manages to survive in Auschwitz by building a violin for a musical instrument-appreciating camp commandant. The care and passion he devotes to his task illustrates the maxim that having a purpose in life can be the key to surviving in the m...

from jsprenger

The "Violin of Auschwitz" is an emotional, gripping story of a Jewish luthier (a violin maker), Daniel. The story begins in 1991 in Krakow, when the orchestra's first violinist plays a 'beautiful tone quality' violin. When asked about the origins of this violin, Regina reveals a story about her u...

from wrensong

An absolutley charming tale of harsh reality intersecting with the human heart's ability to create beauty amidst evil. So much life and triumph of the power of music in the soul in so few pages. This is a story that will return to you in the odd moment and refresh your mind and heart.