The Ballerina of Auschwitz

A dramatic retelling of The Choice

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The unforgettable true story of survival and hope from the celebrated therapist and Holocaust survivor – now rewritten for readers of all ages and with 30% new material from Edith's teenage years.

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Edith Eger captivated millions with her incredible tale of survival and strength in her award-winning bestseller, The Choice.

Now, in The Ballerina of Auschwitz, Edith revisits her wartime experiences in a deeply personal retelling, through the eyes and emotions of her teenage self before, during, and after Auschwitz.

Through this reworking of her poignant narrative, Edith brings readers of all ages into the heart of her experiences, offering a compelling message of hope and resilience that will ensure her story is never forgotten.

The Ballerina of Auschwitz is an unforgettable memoir and profoundly moving true story, showing that hope can flower in the most unlikely places.

Praise for Edith Eger:

'I will be forever changed by Dr Eger's story' Oprah, TV presenter and bestselling author of Build the Life You Want

‘One of those rare and eternal stories you don't want to end … a gift to humanity’ Desmond Tutu, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate

‘Extraordinary ... will stick with you long after you read it’ Bill Gates

‘Edith’s strength and courage are remarkable… Her life and work are an incredible example of forgiveness, resilience and generosity.’ Sheryl Sandberg, bestselling author of Lean In

‘I can't imagine a more important message for modern times. Eger's book is a triumph’- The New York Times

'Her story is a testament to our true human potential. She's a gift' Nicole LePera, bestselling author of How to Do The Work

'Wise and provocative' The Daily Mail

‘This woman will change your life ... The Gift should be required reading for all humans’ Marie Forleo, bestselling author of Everything is Figureoutable

'A beautiful, life-changing manifesto' Brené Brown, bestselling author of Dare to Lead

'An essential read for tough times' Dr Rangan Chatterjee, bestselling author of Happy Mind, Happy Life

About Edith Eger

Dr Edith Eger (1927–2026) was a Hungarian-born psychologist, Holocaust survivor and international bestselling author of The Choice and The Gift. Born in Hungary, Edith was a teenager when she and her family were sent to Auschwitz in the Second World War. Despite overwhelming odds, Edith survived the Holocaust and moved with her husband to the United States. She went on to graduate with a PhD from the University of Texas and became a pioneering clinician in trauma and post-traumatic stress, spending decades helping others confront suffering and reclaim agency in their lives.

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