A remarkable biography of a Jewish artist whose vivid autobiographical portraits provide a stunning look at her life as a woman, an artist, and a Jew during the Holocaust
Mary Lowenthal Felstiner Books
Mary Lowenthal Felstiner explores history, notably delving into the life and work of Charlotte Salomon within the Nazi era. Her writing often stems from personal experience, as seen in her recent work born from her own encounters with a chronic health condition. As a professor of history, Felstiner's approach is characterized by a profound interweaving of personal and historical narratives, offering readers a unique lens through which to understand significant moments and experiences.