“I'm afraid I did not pray hard enough last night.”
Quote by Etty Hillesum
Work
An Interrupted Life: The Diaries of Etty Hillesum, 1941-1943
An Interrupted Life presents the intimate reflections and thoughts of Etty Hillesum, a Dutch Jewish woman, as recorded in her diaries from 1941 to 1943. These entries provide a profound insight into her experiences during the Holocaust, capturing her innermost thoughts, emotions, and observations of the world around her. more
Author
Etty Hillesum
Etty Hillesum was a Dutch writer and diarist, born on January 15, 1914, and died on November 30, 1943. Her works are known for their profound personal insights and philosophical reflections on human existence. more
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