Adult Contemporary Book Discussion: The Escape Artist

Join the Lincoln Park Branch as we discuss The Escape Artist by Jonathan Freedland. "In April 1944, Rudolf Vrba became the first Jew to break out of Auschwitz--one of only four who ever pulled off that near-impossible feat. He did it to reveal the truth of the death camp to the world--and to warn the last Jews of Europe what fate awaited them at the end of the railway line. Against all odds, he and his fellow escapee, Fred Wetzler, climbed mountains, crossed rivers and narrowly missed German bullets until they had smuggled out the first full account of Auschwitz the world had ever seen."Copies are available at the circulation desk for checkout. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.orgto request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.