Ballerina of Auschwitz

The unforgettable account of Edith Eger’s extraordinary survival of Auschwitz, with new material from Edith’s teenage years.

In 1944, sixteen-year-old ballerina Edith was sent to Auschwitz and endured unimaginable experiences. When the camp was finally liberated, she was pulled from a pile of bodies, barely alive.



Celebrated therapist and Holocaust survivor Edith Eger captivated millions with her incredible tale of survival and strength in her best-selling book The Choice.



Now, in The Ballerina of Auschwitz, Edith revisits her wartime experiences in a deeply personal retelling, through the eyes and emotions of her teenage self. Through this reworking of her poignant narrative, Edith brings readers of all ages into the heart of her experiences, offering a compelling message of hope and resilience that will ensure her story is never forgotten.



PRAISE FOR THE CHOICE

‘I’ll be forever changed by her story’ – Oprah Winfrey

‘Extraordinary … will stick with you long after you read it’ – Bill Gates

‘One of those rare and eternal stories you don’t want to end’ – Desmond Tutu

Format: Paperback
Pages: 192
Imprint: Rider/RH UK
Publication date: 03/10/2024