How a Caretaker Quietly Saved Seven Paintings from the Nazis
Hamburg, 1937. When the Nazis begin removing so-called “degenerate art” from museums, the museum’s caretaker quietly takes seven paintings by artist Anita Rée home and hides them in his flat. He never speaks of it publicly.
Based on a true story, this book is a quiet tribute to everyday courage.
- An accessible introduction to the Nazi persecution of art and the concept of “degenerate art”
- A story of quiet, everyday heroism – relevant and moving for young readers today
- Includes historical background notes