“Sometimes we must interfere. When human lives are endangered, when human dignity is in jeopardy, national borders and sensitivities become irrelevant. Whenever men or women are persecuted because of their race, religion, or political views, that place must - at that moment - become the center of the universe.”
Quote by Elie Wiesel
Work
From the Kingdom of Memory: Reminiscences
This book is a compilation of personal narratives that delve into the complexities of memory and the passage of time, offering readers a glimpse into the author's life experiences and reflections. more
Author
Elie Wiesel
A renowned Jewish author and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Elie Wiesel is known for his profound literary achievements and for recording and spreading the history of the Holocaust as a survivor. His works deeply reveal the terror of the Nazi Holocaust and the universal nature of human suffering. more
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