Dutch Girl: Audrey Hepburn and World War II

Such a good book. Astounding the childhood Audrey had. I’ve loved her work for years and had no idea. Highly recommend.

This book outlines the intricacies of WW2 loyalties, betrayals, and dangers in occupied Dutch territory, in a very compelling fashion. Some have said there is not enough of Audrey Hepburn in this book. That is to seriously misunderstand its purpose, which is to weave a contextual web, both nuanced, and some times necessarily brutal, around what Audrey Hepburn did for her homeland as a teenager, in gravely imperiled circumstances. Her deeds were heroic, and have been largely unsung. This book rectifies the omissions of biographic hagiography. Audrey Hepburn was no ordinary film star - but a inspiring female role model throughout her life, concluding latterly with her compassionate work for UNICEF. A book to commend to anyone, but especially to daughters and nieces.

Book arrived in good condition, although the thick photo pages have started to detach from the spine. Content-wise, a fascinating and reflective work focussing on Hepburn's childhood and teenage years in her beloved town. Eyewitness and personal accounts of the war really elevate this work and make for a chilling image of wartime Netherlands.

Good book

The book arrived suitably packaged in good time. It was Christmas gift and the recipient, an avid follower of stars of the past was delighted by the book and it's theme. A well written book that I would be pleased to recommend to others.

Beautifully written. I thoroughly enjoyed learning about Audrey Hepburn and the tough life she’s endured as a child. I passed it on to my granddaughter who’s relishing the writing and the history of the day.

I have been a fan of Ms Audrey Hepburn since decades;being interested in cinema . She was an icon of my generation. She enjoyed special character, attitude and personality. The book title attracted me. I ordered it , received by my niece. I shall collect it later. Thank you.

Bought for parents

Es un buen libro que relata fielmente la ocupación en Holanda en la segunda guerra mundial, sin embargo muestra pocos "Insides" respecto a la vida de la actriz y se enfoca un poco más en unir los puntos sobre su madre. Me parece más un libro de colección para los fans.

La ragazzina partigiana nell'Olanda invasa dai Nazisti. Cioè non l'attrice dei giornali patinati dei giorni a venire, ma un capitolo ignorato nella vita della star del cinema e dell'Olanda. Dettagliatissimo e interessante. Consegna nei tempi concordati. Tutto ok

Das Buch kam schnell an, entspricht vollkommen der Beschreibung. Unbenutzt, neu. Bin mit der Abwicklung total zufrieden.

This moving and in-depth study of this part of Audrey Hepburn’s life was a revelation. Her devotion to ballet and her endless struggles to become a dancer despite the horrors she experienced were so touching and gut-wrenching. Also her relationship to Anne Frank and the Frank family was enlightening. An extraordinary artist and a well-researched and written book. Highly recommended!

It is a marvellous story of a young woman confronted with the Nazi persecution and how she and her family lived through the difficult and horrible period. It showed extraordinary courage, tragedies and great perseverance leading to triumph and survival. It is the story of the youth of a world famous actress who became an icon in fashion and acting. Anyone interested in the Dutch Resistance movement here is a wonderful account as well.