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Stolen Childhood: A Saga of Polish War Children,Used
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Stolen Childhood is the story of what happened to some 380,000 Polish children who, with their families, were rounded up by Stalin's orders in 1939 and deported into Asiatic Russia. Lucjan Krolikowski, a young seminarian also deported there, shared and witnessed the suffering of his fellow Poles.Freed by an 'amnesty,' he joined the Polish Army, and when it moved to the Middle East, Lucjan resumed his theology studies, pronounced his vows, and became a chaplain to a Polish military hospital in Egypt. Reassigned to refugee camps in East Africa, Fr. Lucjan and the wandering Polish children met again in 1947 a meeting that began a long and loving relationship.In 1949 when the Warsaw Communists claimed guardianship of the Polish orphans in Africa and demanded their repatriation, Fr. Lucjan was forced into a world of international intrigue. Called by the Communists 'a kidnapper on an international scale,' to his orphans, he was the good shepherd who led them to Canada, where he helped his charges overcome the theft of their childhood and become secure adults in a new world. Stolen Childhood is the book of memories he wrote for them, and a cautionary history for people of good will.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Stolen Childhood'? A: 'Stolen Childhood' explores the harrowing experiences of Polish children deported by Stalin's orders during World War II and highlights the journey of Lucjan Krolikowski, who became a guardian figure for these children.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Stolen Childhood'? A: The author of 'Stolen Childhood' is Lucjan Krolikowski, who was a seminarian and later a chaplain during the time he worked with Polish war orphans.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Stolen Childhood'? A: 'Stolen Childhood' was published on February 9, 2001.
- Q: How many pages does 'Stolen Childhood' have? A: 'Stolen Childhood' consists of 347 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Stolen Childhood'? A: 'Stolen Childhood' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What age group is 'Stolen Childhood' suitable for? A: 'Stolen Childhood' is suitable for adult readers, especially those interested in history, war narratives, and the experiences of children during conflicts.
- Q: Is 'Stolen Childhood' a true story? A: 'Stolen Childhood' is based on true events, recounting the experiences of Polish children during and after World War II.
- Q: What can readers learn from 'Stolen Childhood'? A: Readers can gain insights into the challenges faced by Polish children during wartime, the impact of displacement, and the resilience of the human spirit.
- Q: Is there any historical significance in 'Stolen Childhood'? A: Yes, 'Stolen Childhood' serves as a historical account of the deportation and suffering of Polish children during the war, offering a cautionary tale and valuable lessons about compassion and safeguarding childhood.
- Q: What edition is 'Stolen Childhood'? A: 'Stolen Childhood' is available in the 1st Edition in Softcover.