The author’s acknowledgements to her family and friends who helped in the writing of the book, and in her journey through the war.

The author’s dedication to her family and the many people who have touched her life.

Marguerite Qaddus depicts the turmoil of war as experienced by a young child who has only a superficial understanding of the historical context. Marguerite’s story gives us a glimpse of the experience of a great many children in France and Europe during this period.

David J. Azrieli, Holocaust survivor and founder of The Azrieli Foundation, shares why he founded The Azrieli Foundation’s Holocaust Survivor Memoirs Program. This program seeks to sustain the memory of all those who perished at the hands of hatred, abetted by indifference and apathy.

“Goodbye my children! When you leave, don't look back…”