Survivor’s resilience: 101-year-old Ella Blumenthal shares her holocaust journey from Auschwitz to Africa

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In a world where encounters with Holocaust survivors are few, and most have surpassed their 90s or 100s, Ella Blumenthal stands out as an extraordinary individual. Her journey that she penned in her book, “I am Ella” with author Joanne Jowell, goes beyond mere survival, for she carries within her a remarkable absence of hatred and refusal to be defined by her suffering. At 101 years old, Ella, who lives in Cape Town, exudes a fiery, gracious, and humorous spirit, at times even taking on the role of the interviewer. In an exclusive Biznews interview with Ella, her daughter Evelyn Kaplan and Jowell, her captivating presence makes this a must-listen, hosted by Linda van Tilburg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4 Jul 2023 3AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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