Etty Hillesum

Dutch author and diary writer

Etty Hillesum - Dutch author and diary writer
Born

1914
111 years ago

Died

November 30th, 1943
81 years ago — 29 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Netherlands

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An author and diarist from the Netherlands, this individual documented daily life during the Holocaust. Personal writings reveal reflections on spirituality, suffering, and the human condition. The diaries provide insight into the experiences of Jews under Nazi occupation. The writings highlight the importance of inner strength and compassion, particularly in times of adversity. These works were published posthumously, garnering widespread attention for their depth and insight into the human spirit amidst despair. The diaries were primarily written between 1941 and 1943, concluded shortly before the individual's deportation to Auschwitz.

Wrote 'An Interrupted Life', a collection of diaries

Documented personal experiences during the Holocaust

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