A Square of Sky

Discover the poignant memoir of Janina David in her remarkable book, Square of Sky, published in 2004. This compelling narrative spans 432 pages, detailing her harrowing journey as a Jewish child during the Holocaust. At just nine years old, Janina enjoyed a sheltered life with her affluent family in Poland. However, her world was shattered as they faced starvation in the Warsaw ghetto just a year later. At thirteen, with her family's survival in jeopardy, she was smuggled out to live with family friends. As danger loomed, Janina was sent to a Catholic convent with false identity papers, where she lived in constant fear of discovery. Square of Sky is not just a personal account; it serves as a vital historical document that sheds light on the experiences of Jewish children during one of history's darkest periods. A must-read for anyone interested in Holocaust history, European history, and personal resilience.