Summary:
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.
Key points:
1. Compassion's Power: The book emphasizes the strength of compassion through Antonina and Jan Zabinski's actions during the Holocaust, showing the potential of kindness in adversity.
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