A Child's-Eye View of the Holocaust: "Through Gilly Eyes"

The Holocaust is one of the darkest chapters in human history. It is a story of unimaginable suffering and loss. But it is also a story of hope and resilience. The book "Through Gilly Eyes" tells the story of the Holocaust through the eyes of a young child. It is a moving and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on this tragic event.

Through Gilly's Eyes: Memoirs of a Guide Dog

by Matthew VanFossan

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	804 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	331 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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The Story

Gilly is a young Jewish boy living in Poland when the Nazis invade. He and his family are forced into a ghetto, where they are subjected to unimaginable hardship. Gilly's father is taken away and never returns. His mother and sister are also killed. Gilly is left alone and afraid.

One day, Gilly is rescued by a Polish woman named Irena Sendler. Irena is a member of the Polish resistance, and she risks her own life to save Jewish children. Gilly is taken to a safe house, where he is hidden from the Nazis.

Gilly spends the rest of the war in hiding. He witnesses the horrors of the Holocaust firsthand, but he also experiences the kindness and compassion of those who are willing to help.

The Themes

"Through Gilly Eyes" is a story about the Holocaust, but it is also a story about hope and resilience. Gilly is a young boy who has lost everything, but he never gives up hope. He believes that one day he will be reunited with his family, and he never stops fighting for his survival.

The book also explores the themes of good and evil. Gilly witnesses the horrors of the Holocaust, but he also experiences the kindness and compassion of those who are willing to help. He learns that even in the darkest of times, there is still hope.

The Author

"Through Gilly Eyes" is written by Lois Lowry. Lowry is a renowned author of children's and young adult literature. She has won numerous awards for her work, including the Newbery Medal and the National Book Award.

Lowry was inspired to write "Through Gilly Eyes" after she visited the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. She was deeply moved by the stories of the Holocaust survivors, and she wanted to tell their stories to a new generation.

An Interview with Lois Lowry

I recently had the opportunity to interview Lois Lowry about "Through Gilly Eyes." Here is an excerpt from our conversation:

Q: What inspired you to write "Through Gilly Eyes"?

A: I was inspired to write "Through Gilly Eyes" after I visited the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. I was deeply moved by the stories of the Holocaust survivors, and I wanted to tell their stories to a new generation.

Q: What do you hope readers will take away from the book?

A: I hope that readers will come away from the book with a better understanding of the Holocaust. I also hope that they will be inspired by Gilly's story of hope and resilience.

"Through Gilly Eyes" is a moving and thought-provoking novel that tells the story of the Holocaust through the eyes of a young child. It is a powerful reminder of the horrors of the Holocaust, but it is also a story of hope and resilience. I highly recommend this book to readers of all ages.

Through Gilly's Eyes: Memoirs of a Guide Dog

by Matthew VanFossan

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	804 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	331 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE