One Eye Laughing, The Other Eye Weeping: The Diary of Julie Weiss, Vienna, Austria to New York 1938 (Dear America Series)

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 04:25:14 -0700

brings the devastating impact of the Holocaust into sharp, personal focus. Julie Weiss’s diary captures the innocence of youth disrupted by rising anti-Semitism in 1938 Vienna. Her voice is honest, intelligent, and heartbreakingly real as she grapples with the loss of her family, her homeland, and her identity. The transition from privilege and safety to fear and exile is portrayed with heartbreaking clarity. The writing is emotionally resonant yet age-appropriate, making it ideal for middle-grade readers, educators, and even adults who want a deeply human perspective on this dark chapter in history. Through Julie’s story, we witness not only the horrors of the time but also the resilience of the human spirit. This book is more than historical fiction—it’s a bridge of empathy and understanding across generations. Highly recommended.