Power is a dangerous quality to have as it can lead to absolute destruction. This can be shown throughout history as different leaders abuse their political power. On January 30, 1933, the most sickening and frightful event occurred; it is known to history as the Holocaust. With the help of the Nazi party and their supporters, Adolf Hitler dictated the catastrophic event. He executed millions of people, most of which were Jews, and caused the start of World War II. However many people did manage to survive and now live to tell the story of their horrific experience. The non-fiction book Survivor Club by Michael Bornstein and Debbie Bornstein Holinstat captivates the historical events of Adolf Hitler's reign and the Holocaust while evoking abstract
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The camps which were said to “...began as simple prisons for political prisoners, such as members of the rival Communist or Social Democratic parties, as well as journalists who refused to support the Nazi cause” (“Concentration” 3). Hitler stole the freedom of the people who were against his party with the use of punishment and torture. This would help him stay in power and make sure that no one could overthrow him or his party. The Holocaust was seen mainly to be the elimination of people who weren’t the ideal Germans, which is why thousands of people were languished and killed everyday. As time progressed, these camps got worse as it became slaughterhouse. It was said that “In the early 1940s Hitler’s plans for the extermination of the Jews culminated in the construction of special concentration camps often referred to as “death camps,” which were used to systematically murder thousands upon thousands of Jews and other detainees” (“Concentration” 3). Jews were mainly Hitler’s target because he believed that they were the reason for Germany’s downfall. These camps consisted of murder machines to terminate the Jews at a rapid rate, while using them as labor to build and construct Germany’s industrial and financial fields. The petrifying concentration camps would advance Hitler’s plan to build his ideal …show more content…
In 8th grade, I was introduced to the Holocaust and instantly felt drawn to how Hitler was able to dominate all of Germany and have the ability to belittle and provoke fear into most people. This book gives an inside look on the experience of the victims during the Holocaust. It shares the raw struggles and story of Michael, as he witnesses and survives the madness of Hitler. The author went through many feelings of desperation, loss, and horror. Even though this book evokes emotion of angry and sadness, it also gives a sense of hope and happiness. I very much enjoy reading about history and the major effects of domination. This book is wonderful to read for people who care to learn about the Holocaust and a story about the journey of a survivor. However, I would not recommend this book to anyone who does not prefer gruesome imagery or heartbroken events in their reading. The author’s story and the events in this book has motivated me learn more about the
The camps which were said to “...began as simple prisons for political prisoners, such as members of the rival Communist or Social Democratic parties, as well as journalists who refused to support the Nazi cause” (“Concentration” 3). Hitler stole the freedom of the people who were against his party with the use of punishment and torture. This would help him stay in power and make sure that no one could overthrow him or his party. The Holocaust was seen mainly to be the elimination of people who weren’t the ideal Germans, which is why thousands of people were languished and killed everyday. As time progressed, these camps got worse as it became slaughterhouse. It was said that “In the early 1940s Hitler’s plans for the extermination of the Jews culminated in the construction of special concentration camps often referred to as “death camps,” which were used to systematically murder thousands upon thousands of Jews and other detainees” (“Concentration” 3). Jews were mainly Hitler’s target because he believed that they were the reason for Germany’s downfall. These camps consisted of murder machines to terminate the Jews at a rapid rate, while using them as labor to build and construct Germany’s industrial and financial fields. The petrifying concentration camps would advance Hitler’s plan to build his ideal …show more content…
In 8th grade, I was introduced to the Holocaust and instantly felt drawn to how Hitler was able to dominate all of Germany and have the ability to belittle and provoke fear into most people. This book gives an inside look on the experience of the victims during the Holocaust. It shares the raw struggles and story of Michael, as he witnesses and survives the madness of Hitler. The author went through many feelings of desperation, loss, and horror. Even though this book evokes emotion of angry and sadness, it also gives a sense of hope and happiness. I very much enjoy reading about history and the major effects of domination. This book is wonderful to read for people who care to learn about the Holocaust and a story about the journey of a survivor. However, I would not recommend this book to anyone who does not prefer gruesome imagery or heartbroken events in their reading. The author’s story and the events in this book has motivated me learn more about the