The title is intentionally provocative. Buergenthal attributes his survival not just to his father’s cleverness or his own quick thinking, but to a series of miraculous coincidences —hence, a "lucky" child.
The memoir serves as a "prequel" to Buergenthal’s distinguished career as a judge at the International Court of Justice . It provides the emotional and moral context for his lifelong dedication to human rights. Why You Should Read It
Un niño afortunado is a mandatory read for anyone interested in 20th-century history or human rights. It is a slim volume that carries immense weight, leaving the reader with a profound sense of gratitude and a reminder of the importance of "Never Again."
It offers unique glimpses into the daily "logistics" of survival within the camps that are often overlooked in broader history books.
The horrific conditions of the concentration camp. The infamous "Death March" toward the end of the war. His eventual liberation and search for his mother. Key Themes and Insights
The title is intentionally provocative. Buergenthal attributes his survival not just to his father’s cleverness or his own quick thinking, but to a series of miraculous coincidences —hence, a "lucky" child.
The memoir serves as a "prequel" to Buergenthal’s distinguished career as a judge at the International Court of Justice . It provides the emotional and moral context for his lifelong dedication to human rights. Why You Should Read It
Un niño afortunado is a mandatory read for anyone interested in 20th-century history or human rights. It is a slim volume that carries immense weight, leaving the reader with a profound sense of gratitude and a reminder of the importance of "Never Again."
It offers unique glimpses into the daily "logistics" of survival within the camps that are often overlooked in broader history books.
The horrific conditions of the concentration camp. The infamous "Death March" toward the end of the war. His eventual liberation and search for his mother. Key Themes and Insights