Invited to Life: Finding Hope after the Holocaust

"Surviving and Thriving: Portraits of Holocaust Survivors and Their Postwar Lives" is a powerful and emotional book that showcases 90 black-and-white portraits of Holocaust survivors and their personal stories of resilience and joy. The book was compiled by award-winning photojournalist Van Sise over four years, and includes essays by Dr. Mayim Bialik, Neil Gaiman, and Sabrina Orah Mark.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 27 January 2023
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd

A remarkable and heartwarming tribute to the indomitable spirit of the human soul, "Surviving and Thriving: Portraits of Holocaust Survivors and Their Postwar Lives" is a captivating visual journey that captures the essence of resilience, hope, and unwavering joy. Through a stunning collection of 90 black-and-white portraits, this powerful book weaves together personal stories of survival and the triumph of the human spirit, offering a profound reflection on the human experience.

The survivors, many of whom are pictured alongside their loved ones, share invaluable lessons learned from their harrowing experiences and the wisdom they have gained in building a life of their choosing amidst the ashes of despair. Award-winning photojournalist Van Sise, with his extensive experience spanning 20 years, dedicated four years to collaborating with Holocaust museums and outreach organizations in order to compile these captivating images and poignant textual vignettes.

The result is an inspirational keepsake that will touch the hearts of readers for generations to come. Complementing the photographs are thought-provoking essays by renowned figures such as Dr. Mayim Bialik, Neil Gaiman, and Sabrina Orah Mark, each offering their unique perspectives on the resilience and triumph of the human spirit.

"Surviving and Thriving" serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring power of love, compassion, and the human capacity for healing. It is a testament to the resilience of the human soul and a call to action for us to honor the memory of those who survived the Holocaust and to continue to stand up against injustice and oppression in all its forms.

This remarkable book invites us to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and embrace a future filled with hope, peace, and the unwavering pursuit of a better world for all.

Weight: 1798g
Dimension: 238 x 313 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780764364457