Besa: Muslims Who Saved Jews WW II - Hardcover
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Besa: Muslims Who Saved Jews WW II - Hardcover
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by Norman H. Gershman (Author)
Besa is a code of honor deeply rooted in Albanian culture and incorporated in the faith of Albanian Muslims. It dictates a moral behavior so absolute that nonadherence brings shame and dishonor on oneself and one's family. Simply stated, it demands that one take responsibility for the lives of others in their time of need. In Albania and Kosovo, Muslims sheltered, at grave risk to themselves and their families, not only the Jews of their cities and villages, but thousands of Jews fleeing the Nazis from other European countries.
Over a five-year period, photographer Norman H. Gershman sought out, photographed, and collected these powerful and moving stories of heroism in Besa: Muslims Who Saved Jews in World War II. The book reveals a hidden period in history, slowly emerging after the fall of an isolationist communist regime, and shows the compassionate side of ordinary people in saving Jews. They acted within their true Muslim faith.Author Biography
Norman H. Gershman (1932-2019) was a fine arts photographer whose work is represented in museums throughout the world. His project BESA continues to be available for exhibit through Yad Vashem.
Number of Pages: 148
Dimensions: 0.67 x 11.3 x 11.3 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: December 12, 2008
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