I Only Wanted to Live

The Struggle of a Boy to Survive Holocaust

By: Arie Tamir

Narrated by: Martin Landry

Three mass deportations. A death sentence. One remarkable story of survival.

When Leosz was only six, his life changed completely. World War II broke out in 1939, sweeping the young boy into the whirlwind of the holocaust.

For six long torturous years, Leosz sees and goes through everything: myriads of overcrowded transports headed for concentration camps, life on the streets of occupied Poland as an abandoned child, hiding from cruel Nazis, forced labor under conditions of starvation, and the constant threat of death.

Only one thing kept him safe: his unwavering will to go on living.

This is the incredible, inspiring story of a little Jewish boy who managed to survive all possible levels of hell as he clung on to life.

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This is an important and inspiring audiobook

I Only Wanted to Live is an extraordinary audiobook that tells the story of a young boy's remarkable journey through the horrors of the Holocaust. Arie Tamir's words are brought to life by the incredible narration of Martin Landry, whose voice is perfectly suited to this powerful and emotional story. Landry's performance is exceptional, capturing every detail of Tamir's account with sensitivity and respect. This is an important and inspiring audiobook that everyone should listen to. Highly recommended.

Through it all, his will to live never wavers

I recently listened to the audiobook "I Only Wanted to Live" by Arie Tamir, narrated by Martin Landry, and it was an incredibly moving and powerful story. The combination of Tamir's writing and Landry's narration was perfect, making for a truly immersive and emotional listening experience.

The story follows Leosz, a young Jewish boy who is swept into the horrors of the Holocaust during World War II. For six long years, he endures unimaginable suffering and hardship, from overcrowded transports to concentration camps to forced labor under starvation conditions. Through it all, his will to live never wavers.

Tamir's writing is gripping and poignant, painting a vivid picture of Leosz's struggles and triumphs. Landry's narration is equally impressive, bringing the story to life with his passionate and emotive delivery. His portrayal of Leosz's fear, courage, and determination is truly inspiring.

Overall, I highly recommend "I Only Wanted to Live" to anyone interested in history, memoirs, or stories of survival. The combination of Tamir's writing and Landry's narration is truly exceptional, and it is a testament to the power of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.

The power of the human will to survive.

I Only Wanted to Live is an unforgettable audiobook that tells the story of one boy's incredible journey through the Holocaust. Arie Tamir's writing is both sensitive and unflinching, and Martin Landry's narration brings Leosz's story to life in a way that is both gripping and emotionally charged. This audiobook is a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand the true cost of war and the power of the human will to survive.

Annoying narration

Although this memoir is wonderful, I was continually annoyed by the poor pronunciation of many words by Mr. Landry. At first, I was convinced it was read by a bot. After I verified it was a real man, I was astonished, I was even more annoyed that a person hired to read would be as ignorant about word pronunciation that one should know by high school graduation. Still, the story supersedes these issues. Highly recommend! Just take off your pronunciation police hat before listening.

A powerful testament to the resilience

Arie Tamir's "I Only Wanted to Live" is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable suffering. Martin Landry's narration is both haunting and evocative, taking listeners on a journey through the horrors of the Holocaust with Leosz as he fights for survival. This audiobook is a must-listen for anyone interested in the human experience and the power of hope.