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The Children of Willesden Lane
- Narrated by: Katherine Manners
- Length: 4 hrs and 18 mins
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Summary
Fourteen-year-old Lisa Jura was a musical prodigy who hoped to become a concert pianist. But when Hitler's armies advanced on prewar Vienna, Lisa's parents were forced to make a difficult decision.
Able to secure passage for only one of their three daughters through the Kindertransport, they chose to send gifted Lisa to London for safety. As she yearned to be reunited with her family while she lived in a home for refugee children on Willesden Lane, Lisa's music became a beacon of hope.
A memoir of courage, survival and the power of music to uplift the human spirit, this compelling tribute to one special young woman and the lives she touched will educate and inspire.
Based on the true story of 14-year-old girl Lisa Jura, who had to flee her home in Vienna and rebuild her life in London, the story brings home the reality of the Holocaust.
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- Mrs Toni Cahiill
- 08-05-18
Amazing
One of the best books I’ve ever read. Absolutely gripping recommend this book to anyone
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- Amazon Customer
- 04-04-19
Inspiring
Beautiful true story. How in hard and very sad times you can still achieve your dreams.
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- SERA Bluefalcon
- 03-11-19
so wonderful and heartfelt
a blessing to have a unique account of the troubles and the kinder transportation. very impressive and equally important that our younger generation get a chance to hear of these times. may history forgive us and pray it shall not be repeated.
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- Mrs U
- 10-01-22
Inspiring story
Although this is aimed at children, I think it would be enjoyed by listeners of all ages.
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