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"...intriguing and fascinating young adult adventure..." Readers' Favorite
'47 DAYS' is a novelette and an excerpt from the award-winning biographical novel, SURVIVING THE FATHERLAND--A True Coming-of-age Love Story Set in WWII Germany.
In March 1945 Hitler ordered his last propaganda command: send all 15 and 16-year old boys to defend the fatherland. 47 DAYS tells the true story of Günter and Helmut, best friends, who dared to defy and disobey. Without knowing how long the war might continue, they spent 47 harrowing days as fugitives on the run. Being caught meant certain execution.
SURVIVING THE FATHERLAND tells the true and heart-wrenching stories of Lilly and Günter struggling with the terror-filled reality of life in the Third Reich, each embarking on their own dangerous path toward survival, freedom, and ultimately each other. Based on the author's own family and anchored in historical facts, this story celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the strength of war children.
From the Publisher
Historical Journeys
by award-winning author Annette Oppenlander
Annette Oppenlander with her beloved dog, Zelda
Günter as a Young Adult
When I interviewed by father, Günter, in 2002, I did not yet know what would become of the stories he told me. All I knew was that I had to preserve his memories.
Annette Oppenlander
Award-winning Author of Historical Fiction
Annette Oppenlander is an award-winning author of multiple historical novels and novellas. Her favorite eras include World War II, the Middle Ages, the American Civil War and the Vietnam War. As a bestselling historical novelist, Oppenlander is known for her authentic characters and stories based on true events, coming alive in well-researched settings. She inspires readers by illuminating story questions as relevant today as they were in the past.
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When They Made Us Leave Surviving the Fatherland A Lightness in My Soul A Different Truth Everything We Lose
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Historical Era
WWII biographical WWII biographical American Civil War Vietnam War WWII biographical
Suitable for Young Adults
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Günter
Ca. 1937 - Age 8
Ca. 1939 - Age 10
Ca. 1940 - Age 11
Ca. 1948 - Age 19
Publisher : Oppenlander Enterprises LLC (February 16, 2017)
Language : English
Paperback : 88 pages
ISBN-10 : 0997780061
ISBN-13 : 978-0997780062
Reading age : 13 - 17 years
Item Weight : 3.99 ounces
Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.2 x 8.5 inches
Reviewer: TANA
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Enjoyed this page turner. Quick Read.
Review: This was a quick read. It was an eye-opening perspective into the lives of two boys surviving and wandering in and out of towns and the wilderness as they evaded being drafted at the young age of 16/17. I am going to read the other associated book Surviving the Fatherland. The first two chapters are at the end of 47 Days, and I want to keep reading.!
Reviewer: Sandra K. Stiles
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Must Read
Review: Near the end of World War II, Hitler knew he was losing. This did not stop him from continuing the fight. When man power was dwindling, he reached out and drafted the Hitler Youth. These were young school boys. Helmet and Günter were best friends. They receive their draft notice in school and are required to report within one week to Marburg. They were told there would be no transportation and they would need to find their own way there. Günter goes to find Helmut. He tells him he doesn't plan to go. Helmut agrees. If they are caught they will be shot on the spot as traitors. Günter's father went to ward almost five years earlier and his brother left last year. This will leave his mother and younger brother all alone. Günter and Helmut start walking, slowly, deciding they will hide out in hopes the war will end before they actually get there. This story is the true story lived by the author's grandfather Günter and his best friend Helmut. It is a quick read, yet a hold-your-breath type of read. I worried the entire time I was reading about what they were going through. I hear our youth today complain about such simple things when kids like Günter and Helmut had to worry about war, being killed, starving, freezing to death. It made me think about what was going on in Ukraine right now and how those children are living something similar. This should be in every middle school classroom. This is a definite must read
Reviewer: P. Blevins
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Interesting
Review: 47 Days: The True Story of Two Teen Boys Defying Hitlerâs Reich from Surviving the Fatherland is by Annette Oppenlander. It is a historical fiction based on the life of her Father throughout World war II.Gunter was finally happy to be back in a class even though it was cold. He really liked technological drawing. However, when the teacher walked in, something was wrong. Instead of teaching, the teacher told the boys they were being mustered and were to report to Marburg in a couple of days. The boys were only fifteen and some had barely turned sixteen. However, most of them were excited about joining the army. Gunter and his friend Helmut did not want to go. However, they knew they couldnât just stay home. They set out, alone, for Marburg. They had no intention of getting there but to roam the forests until liberation came. Were they doing the right thing? Would they get caught in the woods?In addition to this story, you get a preview of the book Surviving the Fatherland.
Reviewer: WonderingFairy
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Very information and inspiring to those who wish to know.
Review: This book was very inspiring. Although it was quite short, the story was cold. The fight for survival for these two boys, so they wouldn't have to participate in genocide, was truly moving. It really gives you a new perception on what happened in the holocaust, and brings new meaning and feel to it. A line that stood with me from the book was that the main character, Günter, his mother said that Hitler was trying to kill them. Imagine having your own government trying to kill you before the war ends. A truly moving book. As a 15 year old reading history, and reviewing past events, this was a moving story. I'm homeschooling, and this was my assignment. To think, they were my age when they went through this, makes me even more grateful for the comfortable life I live.
Reviewer: Hello
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Short
Review: Read it in a half hour
Reviewer: Carolyn R. White
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Good book
Review: Enjoyed this story. About two boys during WW ll in Germany who defied Hitlerâs Reich as fugitives on the run. Itâs true story and short. Only 76 pages!
Reviewer: Michelle Harris
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Book
Review: Daughter loves this book
Reviewer: Stevie K
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A Novel of History, Friendship. And Survival.
Review: This excerpt from a longer piece of work captures what happens in a special piece of history and involves two friends. This was based on a true story.
Reviewer: Boneca
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Great book to read. The beginning is slow but I enjoyed the book
Reviewer: Llywela
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I had previously bought this book for my Canadian Grandson through Amazon canada and had started to read it while on a visit there.So when home i decided to buy a copy for myself as its such a wonderful story and i thoroughly recommend the story /content of this book.I was so disappointed when my book arrived, it was a least half the thickness of the original paperback that I'd read.The cover curls!, its so compacted its difficult to keep it open in ypur hand and you have to really struggle with it to read the text towards the middle.The text itself is smaller.Totally deflated and disappointed. ðð
Reviewer: Lara Holmes
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: This book was bought for someone who is an avid reader of true stories and autobiographies. I'm sure they will enjoy it.
Reviewer: kgf
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: It's a short book but interesting. Would recommend
Reviewer: jain ruskin brown
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: My Nephew gets to learn a little history whilst enjoying the fictional approach.
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Customers find the book engaging and well-written. They enjoy the captivating story and find it informative, moving, and inspiring. Many readers consider it a good choice for young people.
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