Surviving Hitler

The life-changing story of a young boy’s struggle for survival in a Nazi-run concentration camp, narrated in the voice of Holocaust survivor Jack Mandelbaum.

When twelve-year-old Jack Mandelbaum is separated from his family and shipped off to the Blechhammer concentration camp, his life becomes a never-ending nightmare. With minimal food to eat and harsh living conditions threatening his health, Jack manages to survive by thinking of his family.

In this Robert F. Silbert Honor book, readers will glimpse the dark reality of life during the Holocaust, and how one boy made it out alive.

William Allen White Award Winner

Robert F. Silbert Honor

ALA Notable Children’s Book

VOYA Nonfiction Honor Book

How does a child survive the unthinkable?
A True Story of Survival: The gripping, first-hand account of Jack Mandelbaum, who was only twelve years old when he was sent to a Nazi concentration camp.Nonfiction for Young Readers: Written with care for a middle grade audience, this award-winning book provides an accessible, historical account of the Holocaust without shying away from the truth.A Story of Hope and Resilience: Faced with starvation and brutal conditions, Jack holds on to the memory of his family, determined to be reunited with them after the war.An Unforgettable Memoir: Narrated with raw honesty, this biography follows Jack through several concentration camps, revealing the day-to-day fight to stay alive.