Fern Schumer Chapman
A Junior Library Guild selection An Unaccompanied Minor’s Journey: A Story of Immigration, Racism, and ResilienceAt just 12 years old, Gerda Katz embarked on a perilous journey from Nazi Germany to America as an unaccompanied minor. Her family found refuge in the Dominican Republic, one of the only nations offering sanctuary to Jews during the Holocaust. Gerda’s separation from her family lasted 21 years, during which she faced profound loneliness while adapting to a new language, culture, and country on her own.Through an evocative blend of photographs, historical documents, and narrative, 'Three Stars in the Night Sky' vividly illuminates the pervasive racism of the 1930s and 40s across Germany, the Dominican Republic, and the United States. This captivating account reveals the enduring reach of deep-seated prejudice on young immigrants.As the third book in the Legacy of the Holocaust series, this essential read offers an in-depth understanding of the hardships and resilience of young immigrants, both past and present. Perfect for readers interested in the themes of immigration, unaccompanied minors, and racism, this book is a poignant reminder of the strength of the human spirit.
