“And now I was lonelier, I supposed, than anyone else in the world. Even Defoe's creation, Robinson Crusoe, the prototype of the ideal solitary, could hope to meet another human being. Crusoe cheered himself by thinking that such a thing could happen any day, and it kept him going. But if any of the people now around me came near I would need to run for it and hide in mortal terror. I had to be alone, entirely alone, if I wanted to live.”
This novel is a harrowing account of the experiences of a pianist during the Nazi occupation of Poland. The protagonist, a talented musician, struggles to survive amidst the horrors of the Holocaust while maintaining his passion for music. more
Wladyslaw Szpilman, a renowned Polish pianist, was born on December 5, 1911, and passed away on July 6, 2000. Known for his extraordinary piano talent and indomitable spirit during World War II, Szpilman's music has captivated audiences worldwide. Despite the challenges of his career during the war, he persevered and eventually regained international recognition after the conflict. more
“Humanity seems doomed to do more evil than good. The greatest ideal on earth is human love.”
“My number is 174517; we have been baptized, we will carry the tattoo on our left arm until we die.”
“I've been the queen of dysfunction and made every mistake one can make.”