Discover 'Resilience: A Story of Persecution, Escape, Survival and Triumph,' a powerful Holocaust memoir that embodies the spirit of survival and hope. Written by Inge Woolf, this book recounts her harrowing journey from a prosperous Jewish family in Vienna to becoming a beacon of strength in New Zealand. As the Nazis marched into her childhood home in March 1938, Inge's family made a daring escape to Berlin and eventually to England, under the guise of a vacation. Bravely concealing their Jewish identity, they faced the challenges of being impoverished refugees after World War II, and ventured to New Zealand for a fresh start. Here, Inge met her soulmate, Ronald Woolf, and together they built a renowned photographic studio in Wellington. With profound resilience, Inge overcame personal tragedy when Ron was tragically killed in a helicopter crash, dedicating her life to education and advocacy. This compelling memoir highlights Inge’s pivotal role in establishing the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand, where she educated thousands and fought against antisemitism and racism. 'Resilience' is not just a Holocaust story; it's a testament to the power of hope, identity, and the fight for a just society that resonates with readers today. Join Inge Woolf on her inspiring journey of courage and triumph. This paperback edition, published by the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand, spans 200 pages, with dimensions of 170 x 240 mm. Available now for insightful readers seeking to understand the impact of history on our present. Delivery available worldwide.

Resilience is a Holocaust story and a New Zealand story. Born to a prosperous Jewish family, Inge Woolf witnessed the Nazis marching into Vienna in March 1938. To escape certain death, the family audaciously boarded a train to the heart of Nazi Germany – Berlin – and from there caught a plane to England, pretending they were going on holiday. Hiding their Jewish identity until after World War II, Inge and her family began a new life as impoverished refugees. A move to New Zealand signalled new beginnings. Inge met the love of her life, Ronald Woolf, and together they created the country's pre-eminent photographic studio. They settled in Wellington, raising two children when tragedy struck again with Ron killed at age 57 in a helicopter crash in 1987. Resilience is ultimately the story of a woman who harnessed her past and used it to encourage a more cohesive, inclusive society. In her later years, Inge was pivotal in establishing the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand and was its founding director. She educated thousands on the Holocaust and the dangers of antisemitism, racism and prejudice, often observing that hate starts small. She was often called on by the media to comment about antisemitism and would speak freely about the need to remember the lessons learned from the Nazi genocide. Inge Woolf received a QSO in 1992 for services to the community. She was a finalist in the 2019 Women of Influence Awards – Community Hero category. Inge Woolf died in 2021 aged 86.
Author: Inge Woolf Publisher: Holocaust Centre of New Zealand
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 170 x 240 mm
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 11-04-2023