Jella Lepman and Her Library of Dreams

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Set in post-war Germany, the story follows Jella, a Jewish woman who fled the Nazis and is committed to creating a sanctuary of imagination for war-affected children. Faced with numerous challenges, she gathers a remarkable collection of 4,000 children's books through collaboration with publishers and children globally. Her mission is to restore joy and promote peace in a world marked by conflict, showcasing the transformative power of literature in healing and nurturing the next generation.