Kurt, My Brother

By Ruth Ilan-Porath

At first Alice is unaware of the ominous changes that are occurring in the city where she has lived all her life. Her family resides in a comfortable home and they have always been welcomed members of their community. But the year is 1933 and the Nazis are exerting their dark influence over the German people. For Alice and her beloved older brother Kurt, persecution first becomes a reality when they are no longer permitted to attend school. The Jews in Frankfurt become increasingly fearful as they experience the evil that has driven the nation to madness.Alice and Kurt's parents wisely recognize that Germany is no longer a safe place to be a Jew. Yet they are determined to survive the coming flood of horror; though they face a struggle that will demand every ounce of courage they possess. Handsome, intelligent Kurt knows that the time has come for him to act as a man.Later, young Alice and her parents do join Kurt in France, but they will all soon learn that they have not fled far enough away to escape the clutches of the Third Reich. France has become an occupied nation; and like hounds from Hell, the Nazis conduct their relentless search for Jews beyond the borders of Germany.As the family is pursued from village to village, they rely on Kurt's bravery and resourcefulness to keep them safe. Though they elude their enemies, they will pay a terrible price for their freedom.Kurt, My Brother is based on the true events of author Ruth Ilan-Porath's life, who tells her poignant, memorable story in Alice's clear and forthright voice. We feel the immense love she feels for her remarkable brother, whose pride and integrity never diminished, even as the world crumbled to dust aroundhim. This moving personal account serves as a shining tribute to a generation of fine young people who were cruelly taken from the world. Kurt, My Brother is an unforgettable book that will be cherished by readers of all ages.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1582440875
• ISBN13: 9781582440873
• Release Date: September 2000
• Publisher: Netsource Dist Services
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.5" x 5.5"