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The Cage
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Book Brief
256
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Poland • 1940s
1986
Middle grade
14+ years
HL520L
Super Short Summary
The Cage by Ruth Minsky Sender is a 1986 memoir detailing Riva Minska's struggle to survive the Holocaust, following her life from a loving community in Lodz, Poland, through the invasions and ghettos, as she becomes the caretaker of her younger brothers after their mother is taken, eventually leading to labor camps and her efforts to maintain hope despite the horrors she faces. The book addresses topics of war, concentration camps, and family separation during the Holocaust.
Dark
Melancholic
Inspirational
Emotional
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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The Cage by Ruth Minsky Sender is an emotionally compelling Holocaust memoir praised for its raw and powerful depiction of survival. Reviewers commend the book’s ability to capture the human spirit in the face of atrocities, though some find its narrative style somewhat simplistic. Overall, it's a profound and moving read that educates and resonates deeply with readers.
Who Should Read The Cage?
Readers who appreciate poignant, true-life Holocaust narratives and books like The Diary of Anne Frank and Night by Elie Wiesel will find Ruth Minsky Sender's The Cage deeply moving. It appeals to those interested in historical memoirs, personal resilience, and the strength of the human spirit during times of unfathomable hardship.
6,781 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
256
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Poland • 1940s
1986
Middle grade
14+ years
HL520L
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