Number the Stars
Number the Stars by Lois Lowry, published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on July 3, 2025, is a poignant tale set in Nazi-occupied Denmark. This edition spans 160 pages and is presented in English. The story follows ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen as she faces the harsh realities of life in Copenhagen during 1943, where food shortages and military presence complicate daily existence. When her Jewish best friend, Ellen, is threatened by the Nazis, Annemarie is called to act with bravery and selflessness to help save her from a dire fate.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of courage and friendship against the backdrop of historical events. As Annemarie navigates the dangers of her environment, she must summon her inner strength to orchestrate a daring escape for Ellen. This work falls within the realms of juvenile fiction, action and adventure, and historical narratives, providing insight into survival stories during the Holocaust. Number the Stars brings the past vividly to life, making it a significant read for those interested in stories of resilience during wartime.
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In Nazi-occupied Denmark, ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen is called upon for a selfless act of bravery to help save her best friend from a terrible fate.
Winner of the Newbery Medal.
“They plan to arrest all the Danish Jews. They plan to take them away. And we have been told that they may come tonight.”
It is 1943 and life in Copenhagen is becoming complicated for Annemarie. There are food shortages and curfews, and soldiers on every corner.
But it is even worse for her Jewish best friend, Ellen, as the Nazis continue their brutal campaign. With Ellen’s life in danger, Annemarie must summon all her courage to help stage a daring escape.
Inspired by true events of the Second World War, this gripping novel brings the past vividly to life for today’s readers.
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