Book+Review---Friedrich

= In **// Friedrich //**, Richter depicts the experiences of a young Jewish boy, and the brutal hardships he and his family endure during the Holocaust. While growing up in the same block apartment and attending the same school, two boys become friends. Their families eventually become friends as well, but when Hitler comes to power, everything changes for the Jewish family. Despite the Schneiders'upper socio-economic status, they suffer verbal abuse and physical mistreatment. Mr. Schneider loses his job. The Schneider's maid quits because she is no longer allowed to work for a Jewish family. Then Friedrich has to leave his school and go to a special school for Jews. The Nazi's plan brings dreadful horror to Friedrich and the Jewish community as a whole—Friedrich's mother is killed in a pogrom and his father is arrested for hiding a rabbi, leaving Friedrich an orphan. Even though the parents of Friedrich's friend try to help Friedrich and his family, the situation is out of their control, as they have no power over the discrimination and destruction of the Jews. =

= The clear and simple writing style of this book shows the complete destruction of one Jewish family while representing the tragedy and horror of the Nazi persecution. Friedrich's story will especially resonate with younger readers as it explores the meaning of true friendship and loyalty. At the back of the book, there is a useful list and chronology of Hitler's anti-Jewish laws and regulations. =