I Lived to Tell the World
Stories from Survivors of Holocaust, Genocide, and the Atrocities of War
- 304 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
I Lived to Tell the World
Stories from Survivors of Holocaust, Genocide, and the Atrocities of War
About this book
As Americans increasingly question how each of us fits into our nation's cultural tapestry, I Lived to Tell the World presents thirteen inspiring profiles of refugees who have settled in Oregon. They come from Rwanda, Myanmar, Bosnia, Syria, and more-different stories, different conflicts, but similar paths through loss and violence to a new, not always easy, life in the United States. The in-depth profiles are drawn from hours of interviews and oral histories; journalist Elizabeth Mehren worked collaboratively with the survivors to honor the complexity of their experiences and to ensure that the stories are told with, and not just about, them. Mehren also weaves in historical, cultural, and political context alongside these personal stories of resilience.
In the face of global cruelty and hatred, the courage and fortitude of these individuals illuminate the darkness. Their stories inspire readers to reflect on their own experiences and to view newcomers to America with renewed respect. As more states adopt Holocaust and genocide education curricula and as issues around refugees, immigration, and racial justice gain attention, I Lived to Tell the World highlights the purposeful lives led by these Oregonians despite their painful pasts. Their experiences not only humanize the atrocities often seen in headlines, but also convey a universal message of hope.
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Table of contents
- Cover Page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Dedication
- Contents
- Foreword
- Introduction
- One: So Much to Tell the World
- Two: The Holocaust in Hungary
- Three: Pol Pot and His Deadly Utopia
- Four: Myanmar and the Plight of the Rohingya People
- Five: Broken Bodies, Damaged Psyches, and an Elusive Search for Justice in Rwanda
- Six: With a Backdrop of Faith
- Seven: A Country in Near-Constant Conflict
- Eight: Music to Soothe a City’s Soul
- Nine: An Ancient History, a Rocky Present, an Uncertain Future
- Ten: A Vibrant Jewish Presence Is Snuffed Out
- Eleven: War in the Time of Childhood
- Twelve: A Crisis That Shocks the Conscience
- Thirteen: A Long History of Occupation and Oppression
- Fourteen: The War That Changed the World—and One Man’s Life
- Afterword
- A Brief Glossary
- Acknowledgments
- Bibliography and Suggested Reading