Told in her own words, this is the incredible true story of one young woman's survival of Auschwitz and Belsen because she happened to play the cello. Although my head was shaved and I had a number on my arm, I had not lost my identity totally. I may no longer have had a name, but I was identifiable ... I was 'the cellist'. When eighteen-year-old Anita arrived at Auschwitz, she found herself plucked from the Nazi death machine by a twist of fate: she played the cello, and the camp orchestra needed a cellist. Now the last living survivor of the Auschwitz Women's Orchestra, this is her story told in her own words. Like so many German Jewish schoolgirls, Anita had been busy with her studies and ambitions when her everyday life began to turn by degrees into one of unimaginable horror. School was cancelled, her parents were summoned for deportation, and when she and her sister, Renate, attempted to escape to France, they were arrested and imprisoned. Through her sharp-etched memories, alongside family letters, photos, and other historical documents, Inherit the Truth leads us into one of humanity's darkest chapters, where we are forced to confront the fragility of the line between civilisation and barbarity. Marking the eightieth anniversary of her arrival in the UK after her release from Belsen concentration camp, Anita Lasker-Fallfisch's account of her and her sister's survival of both Auschwitz and Belsen is a testament to their remarkable courage, resilience, ingenuity and luck. This edition includes a new foreword from Philippe Sands.

From the glittering salons of Venice to the grand opera houses of Vienna and the bustling streets of New York, Memoirs of Lorenzo Da Ponte offers a fascinating journey through the life of one of history’s most intriguing figures. Best known as Mozart’s librettist for Don Giovanni, The Marriage of Figaro, and Così fan tutte, Da Ponte was much more than a lyricist—he was a poet, priest, adventurer, and immigrant who reinvented himself time and again. In this candid and engaging autobiography, Da Ponte recounts his tumultuous life with wit and charm. Born a Jewish convert to Catholicism, he became a priest, only to be exiled from Venice due to scandal. He found fortune and fame in Vienna under Emperor Joseph II, collaborating with Mozart to create some of the most enduring works in opera. Yet his life was marked by upheaval—falling from grace, wandering through Europe, and eventually settling in America, where he became a bookseller, teacher, and even helped establish Italian opera in the New World. A tale of artistic genius, resilience, and reinvention, Memoirs of Lorenzo Da Ponte is a captivating firsthand account of an extraordinary life lived at the crossroads of history, music, and adventure.

"Step into the extraordinary life of Samuel Adler, one of the most celebrated composers and conductors of our time. From a childhood marked by the horrors of Nazi Germany to a career spanning over six decades in music, teaching, and composition, Adler's journey is a testament to resilience, creativity, and the unifying power of music"--

Commemorating Bette Burke-Nash: World Record Flight Attendant's Heroic Life Tale to be Published - A Tribute to Resilience, Motherhood, and Sky-High Spirit. In the pages of this book, readers are invited into the extraordinary life of Mary Elizabeth Burke-Nash, affectionately known as Bette. For nearly seven decades, Bette reigned the skies, earning her a Guinness World Record as the Longest Serving Flight Attendant(68 years). But her soaring spirit wasn't confined to the high-altitude cabin of an aircraft. Bette's life on the ground was a testament to her remarkable resilience, fierce bravery, and unwavering devotion to her severely challenged Down Syndrome son, Christian. This biography, crafted from hours of intimate interviews, the sharing of her intimate journaling of her life during the last two years of Bette's life, reveals the strength and courage of a woman who faced tremendous personal challenges. As a single mother Bette raised Christian for forty-nine years, with immeasurable love and determination. Her marriage, marked by emotional turmoil, abuse and violence, further tested her fortitude, yet she remained unwavering in her pursuit of a better life for her and her son. The book also illuminates Bette's indomitable spirit, her contagious enthusiasm, and her enduring belief in her faith and the power of kindness. Her story is not only a tribute to her life's accomplishments but also a testament to her remarkable character. Bette reached heights far beyond the planes she flew on - her legacy is one of resilience, motherhood, and a spirit that reached for the stars. This biography aims to honor Bette's memory and fulfill a promise made to her. In line with her philanthropic spirit, donations from book proceeds will be made to two of her preferred charities, including the National Down Syndrome Society. Bette's story is one of triumph over adversity, of love in the face of hardship, and of a woman who, in her own unique way, soared higher than the planes she flew on. Her tale is an inspiring tribute to all who have faced challenges and emerged stronger, a testament to the power of resilience and the enduring spirit of humanity.