The Zookeeper's Wife

A War Story

Diane Ackerman

The book recounts the true story of Jan and Antonina Żabiński, who saved the lives of 300 Jews during World War II by sheltering them in the Warsaw Zoo. It explores the couple's extraordinary courage and compassion amidst the horrors of the Holocaust, as they transformed the zoo into a refuge while the Nazis occupied Poland.

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A Natural History of the Senses

Diane Ackerman

The book delves into the complexities and delights of human senses, exploring the science, history, and cultural influences that shape our experiences of taste, touch, smell, hearing, and sight. It weaves personal anecdotes with rich descriptions to illuminate the profound impact senses have on our connection with the world around us.

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