Robinn Magid

As told to a devoted daughter by a woman who earned the nickname "The Encyclopedia of Lublin" - blessed and cursed with an amazing memory - and street smarts - this book is an amazing accomplishment, both for the teller, the writer and of course for the reader. Esther and Ewa give us an intimate glimpse into a very old, high-class Lublin Jewish family. From it we can learn: how our families lived before the war; how Lubliners related to their Jewish and non-Jewish neighbors; and what happened from an insiders' view during and just after the war. Packed with details for students of Lublin Jewish history, this easily readable book is unique and precious. High marks for the writers' ability to keep to a point while being generous with description and detail. An incredible treasure!