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    Surviving the Angel of Death: The True Story of a Mengele Twin in Auschwitz

    By Eva Mozes Kor and Lisa Buccieri

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    Eva Mozes Kor was 10 years old when she arrived in Auschwitz. While her parents and two older sisters were taken to the gas chambers, she and her twin, Miriam, were herded into the care of the man known as the Angel of Death, Dr. Josef Mengele and subjected to sadistic medical experiments and forced to fight daily for their own survival. Through this book, readers will learn of a child's endurance and survival in the face of truly extraordinary evil. The book also includes an epilogue on Eva's recovery from this experience and her remarkable decision to publicly forgive the Nazis. Through her museum and her lectures, she has dedicated her life to giving testimony on the Holocaust, providing a message of hope for people who have suffered, and working toward goals of forgiveness, peace, and the elimination of hatred and prejudice in the world.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherTanglewood
    Release dateOct 7, 2011
    ISBN9781933718682
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    Surviving the Angel of Death: The True Story of a Mengele Twin in Auschwitz
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    Eva Mozes Kor

    Eva Mozes Kor was a resident of Terre Haute, IN. She was a recognized speaker, both nationally and internationally, on topics related to the Holocaust and social justice. Eva created the CANDLES organization in 1985 to locate other Mengele twins and found 122 twins throughout the world. She then opened the CANDLES Holocaust Museum in 1995 to educate the public about the historic event she survived. A community leader, champion of human rights, and tireless educator, Eva has been covered in numerous media outlets and is the subject of a documentary, Eva A-7063.

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    • 5/5
      This is the true story (told in the 1st person) of Eva Mozes Kor who, along with her sister, was one of the many twins that Dr. Joseph Mengele used for experimentation purposes in Auschwitz. in. Most holocaust books seem to end as the war ends, but this author continued past the liberation of Auschwitz and ended when Eva and her sister her sister eventually moved to the Israel, where they finally felt like they belonged. Then the author's epilogue continued even further and talked about Eva's experiences as an adult, her work with other Holocaust survivors (especially other Mengele twins), and her eventual forgiveness of the people who tried to kill her. It's great that readers are able to see that the story of the Holocaust started before the first concentration camp opened and lasted well beyThe epilogue continued even further and relaying about Eva's experiences as an adult, her work with other Holocaust survivors (especially other Mengele twins), and her eventual forgiveness of the people who tried to kill her. It's great that readers are able to see that the story of the Holocaust started before the first concentration camp opened and lasted well beyond when the last one was liberated.
    • 4/5
      Eva Kor was ten years old when she was taken to Auschwitz, when everyone in her family, except her twin sister, was murdered, and when she fell into the hands of the Angel of Death.

      This is her story of survival and forgiveness.
    • 5/5
      I firmly believe that we should never forget what happened to innocent people including children during the Holocaust so whenever I see a book written by a survivor of the Holocaust, I always read it. It is sometimes very difficult to read about the suffering of people and their loved ones but I feel that I owe it to them to listen to their story.Eva Mozes Kor, and her twin sister Miriam were only 10 years old when they were taken to Auschwitz with their family and quickly separated from them only to be subjected to sadistic experiments by "The Angel of Death", Josef Mengele while the rest of their family were taken to the gas chambers.At first glance, the twins seemed to be "lucky" in that they were able to keep their own clothing and hair but the experiments they suffered made it very clear that they were not lucky at all.I won't get into the horrific experiences these girls suffered but I will say that I cannot believe the strength of the girls spirits and their will to survive. The story is written very well and I found myself reading it in one setting. I usually have to put these types of books down but not this one. This is one of those books that I will not forget; not only because of the subject matter but also because of the sheer courage of two little girls and their unconditional love for one another. I want to thank the publishers (via Netgalley) for allowing me to read this. I also want to thank Eva Mozes Kor for having the strength and determination to talk and write about something that must be so painful. Definitely a must read.I received a copy of this book from the publishers (via Netgalley) for free in exchange for my honest review.
    • 4/5
      The body of this book is an important first-hand account of life in a Nazi death camp, but it's the epilogue that makes this book extraordinary. Although Eva and her twin Miriam survived Auschwitz together, the experiments that Miriam was subjected to stunted her kidneys and eventually killed her. Alluding to the special bond that exists between twins, and to help us understand the dimension of this loss, Eva writes "she was not only my sister, she was my other self." Many years later, when Kor locates a Nazi willing to bear witness to the gassing procedure, and to confess publicly on the anniversary of Emancipation Day, she is grateful. She wonders how to thank him. After 10 months of deliberation, she finally decides to offer him her forgiveness. Controversial perhaps, but the personal revolution she experienced as a result precipitated her own healing and transformation. This is a powerful and inspiring book.
    • 4/5
      I was interested in this book because I have watched the documentary Forgiving Dr. Mengele and as a librarian I am always looking for non-fiction books written for middle grade or young adult. I also have found that now I want to read the stories from the survivors, everyone knows the story of Anne Frank she is the go to book about the holocaust especially for this age group and I am glad to have a found this compelling story from a survivor I think that is what makes Eva & Miriam’s story so important is they survived the awful things this lunatic Mengele did to them and so many others. Her letter forgiving what Mengele and the Nazi’s did to her and countless others is an amazing act of compassion and courage. This quote from the Declaration of Amnesty Eva wrote for the 50th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz is so powerful I love that she chose not to be a victim anymore and how forgiving liberated her too-“I hope in some small way, to send the world a message of forgiveness, a message of peace, a message of hope, a message of healing. Let there be no more wars, no more experiments without informed consent, no more gas chambers, no more bombs, no more hatred, no more Auschwitzes.” -----------------Eva Mozes KorThat is the reason this book is so important for young people the telling of the story and the learning to live with the atrocities done to you and in the end to find the strength within you to forgive, that is what makes this a powerful read. It is a short book but sure packs a lot into it.Another thing I found fascinating was how the guards and such at the camps said the twins were the lucky ones because they got the special attention from Herr Doktor but what these poor children went through was not special, it is horrific when you read in Eva’s own words what was done it is horrifying, the experiments and tests he did we won’t allow on animals let alone children. That is another reason this book is so important is so we never forget, be always vigilant so nothing like this ever happens again.I recommend this to all middle grade & young adult readers and for the adults that want even more of the story try Echoes From Auschwitz: Dr. Mengele's Twins: The Story Of Eva And Miriam Mozes by Eva Mozes Kor, Mary Wright and also the documentary I mentioned above Forgiving Dr. Mengele as of this writing it is streaming on Netflix. 4 StarsI received this book from netgalley & the publisher for a fair and unbiased review.
    • 5/5
      Kors, in her first person perspective, narrates the harrowing tale of her trials, tribulations, and triumphs as she and her twin sister Miriam are subjected to the horrifying, dehumanizing experiments performed by Dr. Mengele at Auschwitz. Kors not only survives the horrifying experiments of Mengele, she triumphs over him, surviving and ultimately finding it within her heart to forgive him.Not only does Kors forgive Mengele, she befriends a German doctor who worked at the Nazi death camp! Her story is one of true heroism and strength, of a young girl whose imprisonment could not hold her, and of a young woman whose anger could not stunt her personal growth. A truly amazing woman, Kors reminds the reader that if she can manage to forgive the atrocities committed to her and her twin, that everyone can find within themselves their own ability to forgive.
    • 3/5
      memoir of a survivor of Auschwitx and the scary Dr. Mengele - style a bit dry and encyclopedic, but worth the trudge through
      "Anger and hate are seeds that germinate war.Forgiveness is a seed for peace. It is the ultimate act of self-healing." p. 133
      Life lessons she hopes to teach to young people in her school visits. (from page 134)
      1. Never give up on yourself or your dreams, for everything good in life is possible.
      2. Judge people on their actions and the content of their character.
      3. Forgive your worst enemy and forgive everyone who has hurt you -- it will heal your soul and set you free.
      some good advice here for all!
    • 5/5
      Surviving the Angel of Death is the story of Eva and Miriam Mozes, Jewish twins who were experimented on by Dr. Mengele at Auschwitz and survived. This book falls under the category “documents, journals, diaries, and albums”. It is not a journal or a diary, but it is a first-hand account of the twins’ story written by Eva Mozes. Most of this book is written around primary source information from Eva’s eyewitness accounts. There is no introduction or bibliography included in the book, but it is clear that this is a written account from Eva in the preface, the author’s note, the author’s brief biography, and the photo credits. There are two sections of the book that contain pictures of Auschwitz, pictures of twins who were experimented on, and pictures of Eva and Miriam’s family that support the text. Any quoted material in the book support the historical aspects of the text. The reason that this book is not a photographic essay is because there are only two sections with photographs in the middle of the book instead of having them spread out to every page or every other page. Also, the book only highlights Eva and Miriam’s experience at Auschwitz and how it affected their lives after surviving. It does not include their entire lives before Auschwitz, just the events leading to it. Also, the pictures that are included only showcase Auschwitz and the Mozes family, not details of Eva and Miriam’s entire lives. Though the book is told from Eva’s point of view, there’s also no acknowledgments of any other family members involved. The cover of the book, in my opinion, is very inviting to the reader mainly because of the title. Surviving the Angle of Death suggests both an ominous story of horror and an inspiring story of survival. Underneath, the subtitle reads, The True Story of a Mengele Twin in Auschwitz. This tells us what the book is about and also invites us to read it because, for anyone who knows a little about the Holocaust, not very many people made it out of Auschwitz to tell their story. This suggests another rare point of view of life as a death camp prisoner. Also, the colors of the books are grey and blue. Eva describes Auschwitz as being grey, as if everything was covered in dust. Blue is often thought of as the color of hope. I think the colors are fitting for the book’s message. There are no end pages or table of contents, but the prologue sets the tone for the book in such a way that no table of contents are needed. After reading the dedication and prologue, I could not, and did not, want to put the book down. There’s also no Index, glossary, sidebars, inserted information, bibliographies (except for the photo credits), illustrations, diagrams, or tables. There was no need for an index or glossary. If there was something in the text that would be unfamiliar to young readers, it was explained in the text. For example, when Eva’s family is moved to a ghetto, the author explains what ghettos are: “Ghettos were areas enclosed by fences, walls, or barbed wire and were set up in the most run-down sections of cities or the poorest parts of the countryside. Jews were forbidden to leave without a special permit, upon penalty of death” (pg. 19). There are two sections that contain photos and maps. The photographs showcase Auschwitz, prisoners, Josef Mengele, and the Mozes family. There’s also a picture of original documentation showing that Eva’s blood was tested. The maps show Eastern Europe and Eva’s journey to Auschwitz. There’s an author’s note and biography at the end of the book as well as photo credits. The author’s note describes the author’s research/interview process and background information on how the book came about. The author biography details current information on Eva Mozes Kor, her recent accomplishments, and how to contact her. The photo credits explain where the photographs came from. The structure of the book is organized in two ways: it is chronological and narrative. The story is a chronological telling of Eva’s life leading up to Auschwitz, during Auschwitz, and her life after she was freed. The story is told as a narrative from Eva’s point of view. This works for the book and it is well organized and flows naturally and logically from chapter to chapter. The access features, such as the dedication, author’s note, and particularly the prologue enhance the book as well. The last few lines from the prologue left me with a lasting impression and brilliantly set the tone of the book: “...because we were identical twins so easily spotted in the crowd of grimy, exhausted Jewish prisoners, Miriam and I had been chosen. Soon we would come face to face with Joseph Mengele, the Nazi doctor known as the Angel of Death. It was he who selected those on the platform who were to live and those who would die. But we did not know that yet. All we knew was that we were abruptly alone. We were only ten years old. And we never saw Papa, Mama, Edit, or Aliz again” (Prologue pg. iii-iv). The style of the book is clear, is very carefully organized, and logically ordered. Based on the language, the target audience ranges from ages ten to twelve. I think the book is enjoyable for anyone older than that as well. In my opinion, anyone younger than ten might be frightened by the book’s content. The Holocaust is an intense subject. The language is very vivid, interesting, descriptive, and precise. If anything in the book (terminology, vocabulary, cultural references) needed explaining, the author did a great job in doing so. I thought that the language drew me in and left me wanting to know what happened next. The author did a great job in connecting the readers to Eva’s emotions and point of view. The chapters and prologue transitioned well and the photographs were captivating and interesting based on the topic. For example, chapter seven ends with, “At Auschwitz, dying was so easy. Surviving was a full-time job” (pg. 75). It’s a beautiful and insightful close that leads into the next chapter perfectly. The tone of the text was far from condescending. It was the opposite, in fact. It was not conversational or humorous, which would have been inappropriate given the book’s topic. The author was partisan, because it was written from Eva’s perspective. It told her story. The end of the book is very uplifting. One of my favorite quotes from this book is, “Anger and hate are seeds that germinate war. Forgiveness is a seed for peace. It is the ultimate act of self-healing” (Eva’s Epilogue, pg. 133). I browsed through books in UNO’s library based on the keyword “Holocaust” for interest level 5-young adult. Many of these books were about Jewish children who were in the camps, who hid from Nazi’s, or were diaries like Anne Frank. A few of the books were about Non-Jewish who were persecuted by the Nazi’s, people who lived in the Ghettos (such as the Warsaw Ghetto), or people who knew Jews during the Holocaust. Given that Surviving the Angel of Death is about twins who survived Dr. Mengele and Auschwitz, I would say that it should be added to the collection. It is a unique perspective that the collection lacks and it is a very well-written book that will surely enhance UNO’s library. As a future History/Social Studies teacher, I most certainly will use this book with my students. It is a rare point of view of the Holocaust that many textbooks and popular Holocaust books do not cover. I think it is appropriate for 5th grade through 10th grade. If I did use it with high school seniors, it would be for the additional perspective of a Mengele twin at Auschwitz. This is great as a summer reading book for English classes, or for an outside assignment, such as a book report, for a History class. It can be used in American History, World History, European History, Eastern European History, and/or Holocaust History (though most high schools don’t have that subject, only colleges). I would use this book as an in-class reading assignment when studying the Holocaust so that my students can get as many perspectives, and as much information about the Holocaust as possible. I may not use the entire book, but certainly the most important parts of it. Also, the photographs are great sources to show students as well for visual references. There’s primary sources of documents, photographs of Auschwitz, and a photograph of Josef Mengele. It’s an excellent resource. Overall, this is a fantastic book. Eva’s point of view is both horrific and refreshing. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.
    • 5/5
      Eva Mozes Kor and her sister Miriam Mozes were ten years old when they arrived at Auschwitz, a German concentration death camp. Selected by Josef Mengele, for his experiments on twins, they were injected with unknown substances. Eva describes the daily fight to survive. Her observations of medical procedures, deaths, and finally liberation by the Russian soldiers are anecdotal. The tattoos are external reflection of emotional scars and lost family. There is innocence reflective of young children as she acknowledges the risk of death others faced if they may even the smallest gestures of assistance. Yet, she did not shy away from the inhumane treatment Mengele or others inflicted on the prisoners.
    • 4/5
      As always, the stories from Holocaust survivors are shocking and amazing. It shocks me still how humans can treat other humans so brutally. But, it also amazes me how strong and resilient people like Eva and her sister Miriam can be. It is impossible to even imagine the ordeals these two children survived. It is also amazing that Eva had the courage and selflessness in her to forgive the perpetrators of these horrific acts.
    • 4/5
      Dr. Mengele has always fascinated me. My mother taught me about him even before I learned about the Holocaust (probably when I was a third grader or so). Eva portrays a realistic (and student-appropriate) look at what it was like to be one of Mengele's twins.
    • 4/5
      I was a little worried how this subject matter would be handled as this book is geared towards teens, but the author does a wonderful job of giving just enough of the facts to convey the fear she went through as a prisoner at Auschwitz, without going into too much detail of the horror. I am sure this poor woman and her twin saw much more than is on these pages, but even what she wrote is beyond comprehension. It’s so important that these stories are shared, and I’m glad that there are books written for young people so no one ever forgets. This accounting of the Mozes twins’ young lives is incredibly sad but has a happy outcome for the two of them as they were able to withstand Dr. Joseph Mengele’s experiments and come out and live long lives. A short yet wonderfully poignant story.
    • 3/5
      I don't know that there are many narratives for youth about the experience of twins during the holocaust, but this is worth starting with. The author recalls how she and her sister received "special" treatment as twins at Auschwitz, serving as unwilling subjects of Dr. Josef Mengele's horrific medical experiments (he is the "Angel of Death" as referred to in the title). Eva's determination to survive and save her sister is a constant theme and you marvel that two ten-year-old kids, ripped from their families and subjected to atrocious conditions, found the emotional and physical wherewithal to make it out alive. Damning and inspiring.
    • 4/5
      I've read a lot of memoirs in the last 10 years written by survivors of the holocaust. Shocking, haunting and enough to make your blood boil, these are unimaginable stories of loss, pain and heartbreak but also inspiring and motivating. Surviving the Angel of Death is one of the few Holocaust books that I've read aimed primarily at a younger audience, but that doesn't make it any less shocking than accounts that are more adult-focused. In fact, being lived through the eyes of 10-year-old Eva is in some ways even more heartbreaking. The writing is honest and straightforward with no feeling of events being romanticized or dumbed-down in order not to shock the reader. As Eva fights for both her own life and the life of her sister, my admiration grew stronger by the line for this tough, spirited child who used her own experiences to help others become inspired and to understand exactly how much forgiveness can achieve.Enjoyed is not the right word for a book about the Holocaust - enthralled, enraged, saddened and admiration are more apt descriptions, that completely sum up my feelings after I turned the last page.
    • 4/5
      I approached this book with some trepidation. How would it be possible to write a book about surviving Josef Mengele's twin experiments at Auschwitz? How would it be possible to teach children about this horror without traumatizing them into lifelong nightmares?Some of my trepidation comes from my own perception of Josef Mengele as the most member of the Nazi party. He was the living template for every doctor in every horror story ever - both before and after he was alive. The coldness and brutality of his actions, couched in the guise of Important Science are among the most shocking things I've known about. When I first read about him as an adult he appeared in my nightmares regularly causing stark, raving terror every single time.Surviving the Angel of Death took my breath away. Not only is it completely age appropriate, it is also one of the most inspiring stories of human endurance, sisterhood, and forgiveness I've ever read. It's a book that, along with The Diary of a Young Girl (Anne Frank's diary) should be read by everyone. It's not about the history, although that matters, it's about the human spirit - perhaps the sturdiest thing we all possess.I have been reading about and practicing some elements of Buddhism for many years. I try, most of all, to practice mindfulness and compassion in every part of my life. Sometimes I'm much more successful than others. The one stumbling block in my life has always been forgiveness. Part of me still believes in an Old Testament sort of notion that some acts are forever unforgivable. Ms. Kors, the subject of a documentary, has spent much of her later life speaking and teaching on the Holocaust and forgiving those who did such terrible things to herself and her family. Everything I've read about the importance of forgiveness and that it is a gift you give yourself coalesced for me in reading Ms. Kors talk about her life. It's made it much easier to start working on forgiveness and, I think, will be life-changing in many ways I can't imagine right now.This is a powerful story and a powerful book. It will haunt you and inspire you to rise above, to celebrate life's blessings. A truly beautiful and life-changing read.
    • 3/5
      Echoes is a pleasantly written tale about a very unpleasant experience. I have heard Eva speak and she tells of a compelling tale where she forgives Dr. Mengele and the others. the book was likely written before this personal journey and would have added a lot more to it.
    • 5/5
      The story of a twin selected for scientific experimentation in Auschwitz and her struggle to keep herself and her sister alive.
    • 4/5
      An uplifting read about overcoming the atrocities faced in the Auschwitz extermination camp. Eva Kor and her twin, Madeleine were separated from their family and forced to be test subjects for Dr. Mengele experiments. Known as the angel of death, he conducted experiments on thousands of twins, dwarves, gypsies, and other "interesting" subjects. As Eva recounts in this memoir, "Death was easy, but surviving was a full time job." Although depressing and troubling, this holocaust memoir is appropriate for younger audiences because it isn't as graphic as some other biographies. This short memoir also contains pictures as well. A must read story of survival and forgiveness for all ages.
    • 5/5
      this book is hard to read, but is a must read for everyone. It's important for these stories to continue to be told, and never forgotten.

      I don't know how Eva managed to survive everything she did, and make it out of Auschwitz. She is a true survivor and an inspiration.
    • 5/5
      Reading books by survivors of the Holocaust is always an enlightening experience. With each book, we learn something new about the atrocities and lives of the survivors and Surviving the Angel of Death is a great example.

      This is the first time I've read a book co-written by a survivor of Dr. Mengele's experiments on twins. Eva's story is heart-wrenching, yet inspiring.

      While this book is written for the YA audience, any scholar of WW II will learn things from this book. Highly recommended.
    • 5/5
      Sometimes a review is long and it doesn't need to be. This book is one everyone should read if possible. I cried, I was filled with joy and heartbreak..the Holocaust survivors who have written their stories or spoken them...I am thankful for their courage and endurance, in that they can reach inside of themselves and go back to that place in their lives and and relive it so that no one forgets. And we shouldn't forget because it shouldn't happen again. (Yet, it does in other countries and will likely continue for all time.)

      I don't want to reveal anything for this because at 175 pages, you can finish it within the day if you wanted and have the time. Eva writes honestly and with a great deal of honesty and love. Her candour or us refreshing an there is nothing pretentious about her. You'll love her and feel for her.

      And you will remember her because this is that sort of story.

      Read, learn, share and remember.
    • 3/5
      It's hard to choose "liked it" for a story so horrific. Well told, though, and by an inspiring survivor.
    • 5/5
      historical-figures, historical-places-events, historical-research, historical-setting, history-and-culture, biographical-novel, persecution, vintage photos, children, Hungary, Jews, twins, juvenile, holocaust, nonfiction, Romania, Israel, Indiana*****Remarkable!In this subsequent edition of her memoir of the same name, Eva tells her story of life before (on the family farm), during, and after (including an attempt to go home again) her incarceration at the camp, the things that were done there from the perspective of her ten-year-old self, and more. While it is her story and has similarities to those of others who suffered in the camps, this one goes farther. It also resonates with the life stories of others who have suffered in genocides and persecutions including today.Today's young people and others need to hear her story and learn so that they can recognize the signs and learn to be outspoken against horrors (think Northern Ireland, North American Indigenous, Rwanda, Syria, and others). Eva also established CANDLES is an acronym for Children of Auschwitz Nazi Deadly Lab Experiments Survivors in 1984 in Terre Haute, Indiana.I requested and received a free ebook copy from Tanglewood Publishing via NetGalley. Thank you
    • 5/5
      Eva and her sister Miriam were selected at the platform at Auschwitz for Mengele's twin experiments. Despite the horrid conditions and terrifying experiments, both Eva and her sister survived the holocaust. Written for young adults, this book does a wonderful job of educating while telling a story. Moving and heartfelt, Eva and Miriam's story is one of never giving up. I believe that any young adult would not only enjoy reading this book but be moved by the difficult subject.