My Name Is Selma

Discover the remarkable true story of Selma van de Perre, a resilient Jewish woman who defied the odds during World War II. In her compelling memoir, 'My Name is Selma,' she narrates her harrowing experiences as a seventeen-year-old navigating the dangers of Nazi Occupation in the Netherlands. Initially, being Jewish posed no threat; however, by 1941, survival became paramount. Join Selma on her brave journey as she joins the Resistance under the pseudonym Margareta van der Kuit, risking her life to deliver newsletters, bolster morale, and fight against oppression.

This powerful B-format paperback, published by RANDOM HOUSE UK in 2021, spans 224 pages, offering profound insights into courage, identity, and the human spirit's resilience during one of history's darkest times. Readers intrigued by World War II narratives, personal memoirs, or tales of resistance will find 'My Name is Selma' an essential addition to their bookshelves. Selma’s survival story serves as a testament to hope and strength, illuminating the power of defiance in the face of tyranny. Don't miss this chance to explore the life of an extraordinary woman who reminds us all of the importance of standing up for what is right. Get your copy today and immerse yourself in a story that transcends time, igniting passion and inspiration.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781784165673
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 224


Description:
Selma van de Perre was seventeen when the Second World War began. Until then, being Jewish in the Netherlands had been of no consequence. But by 1941 it was a matter of life or death. Several times, Selma avoided being rounded up by the Nazis. Then, in an act of defiance, she joined the Resistance movement, using the pseudonym Margareta van der Kuit. For two years 'Marga' risked it all. Using a fake ID, and passing as Aryan she travelled the country delivering newsletters, sharing information, keeping up morale - doing, as she later said, what 'had to be done'. In July 1944 her luck ran out. She was transported to Ravensbr ck women's concentration camp as a political prisoner. Unlike her parents and sister - who, she later discovered, died in other camps - she survived by using her alias. It was only after the war ended that she was allowed to reclaim her identity and dared to say once again- My name is Selma. Now, at ninety-nine, Selma remains a force of nature. Full of hope and courage, this is her story in her own words.