Jella Lepman and Her Library of Dreams

In Jella Lepman and Her Library of Dreams, award-winning author Katherine Paterson recounts the inspiring true story of Jella Lepman, a Jewish woman who, following WWII, dedicated her life to healing the children of war-torn Germany through the power of literature. Faced with immense challenges, she created a sanctuary of imagination by establishing the International Youth Library, which now houses over 600,000 children's books. This biography celebrates Lepman's unwavering belief in the transformative potential of books and serves as an uplifting tale of resilience and hope. Ideal for fans of empowering women's stories and true adventure nonfiction, this audiobook is a valuable addition to any library.