The article, titled "Ein Buch gegen das Vergessen" by Thomas Nabert, discusses the book "Wir waren eure Nachbarn – Die Juden im Leipziger Waldstraßenviertel", published in December 1996.
The article, titled "Ein Buch gegen das Vergessen" by Thomas Nabert, discusses the book "Wir waren eure Nachbarn – Die Juden im Leipziger Waldstraßenviertel", published in December 1996. Authored by Barbara Kowalzik in collaboration with the Leipzig Jewish Community and PRO LEIPZIG, the book documents the history and lives of Jewish families in Leipzig's Waldstraßenviertel, highlighting personal stories, photographs, and testimonies of Holocaust survivors. It sheds light on the persecution faced during the Nazi era and emphasizes the importance of preserving these memories. The book's release was accompanied by exhibitions, public readings, and emotional feedback from descendants and readers, demonstrating its significant impact. Distributed internationally, it serves as a powerful reminder of the past struggles of Jewish communities and underscores the ongoing need to remember and honor their history.