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Angels with rifle: A soldier, a camp, a broken soul, the war seen through the eyes of those who fought for freedom but found only shadows.

Angels with rifle: A soldier, a camp, a broken soul, the war seen through the eyes of those who fought for freedom but found only shadows.

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World War II

ISBN13: 9798314734483
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Mar 19 2025
Pages: 90
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Shadow of Freedom
A powerful and moving novel that explores the human conflict behind the most devastating war in history.

In the heart of the darkness of World War II, Ivan, a young soldier of the Red Army, fights not only against the enemy but also against his own inner demons. From his childhood in the icy Siberia to the liberation of Auschwitz in 1945, Ivan takes us on a harrowing and deeply human journey, where innocence crumbles under the weight of duty and horror.

Written in the first person and in the present tense, *The Shadow of Freedom* captures every breath, every heartbeat of Ivan as he faces the brutality of the Eastern Front, unbearable losses, and the shocking discovery behind the gates of Auschwitz. Through his eyes, we witness absolute evil, but also the fragile light of hope trying to shine through the ruins.

This historical novel weaves real events such as the German retreat, the liberation of concentration camps, and the fall of the Reich with an intense and touching personal narrative. It is a cry for truth, a tribute to the victims and survivors, and a warning for future generations.

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