Once
Once by Morris Gleitzman, published by Penguin Group Australia in August 2005, is a poignant narrative that follows a young boy named Felix during the Holocaust as he embarks on a journey to find his parents. This edition contains 149 pages and is presented in English. The story captures Felix’s experiences, blending moments of danger and desperation with themes of courage and hope, offering a unique perspective on a significant historical period.
Readers will find a tale that intertwines humor and heart, as Felix navigates a world filled with prejudice and adversity. The narrative explores social topics and the resilience of the human spirit amidst the backdrop of military conflict. This book serves as a reminder of the power of storytelling, particularly in the face of tragedy, and highlights the importance of family and love during tumultuous times.
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Winner – Australian Book Industry Awards 2011
Winner – YABBA Children’s Choice Awards 2007
Winner – KOALA Children’s Choice Awards 2007
Honour Award – CBC Book of the Year 2006
Honour Award – Sydney Taylor (Jewish) Award 2011
Haunting… dangerous and desperate, but also full of courage and hope.’ The Guardian
Once I escaped from an orphanage to find my Mum and Dad.
Once I saved a girl called Zelda from a burning house.
Once I made a Nazi with toothache laugh.
My name is Felix.
This is my story.
The powerful and moving story of a young boy named Felix who, during the Holocaust, tries to survive and make sense of the world around him. Told with humour and heart, this book offers a unique perspective on one of the darkest chapters in human history and serves as a reminder of the resilience and hope that can be found even in the most dire of circumstances.
‘Tension builds swiftly in this wrenching tale . . . poignant.’
Publishers Weekly, starred review
‘Extols the power of storytelling in the face of tragedy.’
The Horn Book, starred review
‘Brilliant in its realism.’
Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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