Hello Everyone!
I am so happy to announce that my first book order has arrived! At this time, there will be a limited number of soft and hard copies of "Through Innocent Eyes" autographed by myself.
If you are interested in receiving an autograph copy of the book, please send:
Hard cover - $48.00
Soft cover - $34.00
(includes shipping and handling)
to:
Cynthia A. Sandor
3905 Tampa Rd # 422
Oldsmar, FL 34677
Or, click on the link above to order directly from Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble or Balboa Press and hold onto the book until the next time I see you at one of the book signing events!
Thank you so much for your interest in reading the true, historical, non-fiction story about Gertrude Kerschner and her moral character upbringing in Landjahr Lager Seidorf!
~ Cindy ~
Cynthia A. Sandor - Author/Personal Historian Website: www.cynthiaasandor.com
Monday, January 14, 2013
Reviews on "Through Innocent Eyes - The Chosen Girls of the Hitler Youth"
D.M. - From Ohio said: " Love your book and wish more stories from the German side of the war were written."
RSJR - From New York wrote to me and said: "It is unconditionally understood that this book "THROUGH INNOCENT EYES: The Chosen girls of The Hitler Youth" will be the foundation of countless WWII era research studies, articles, publications and discussions worldwide. History professors and students alike will benefit from the personal photos, letters and information this publication has to offer. For decades, Western culture was only aware of The Anne Frank Diary - now there is another diary for mankind to consider."
I.B. - From Florida said: "Dear Cynthia A. Sandor, I am reading your book. It is taking me back, to the Fuhrer, "Hitler", BACK TO THAT ERA... I am enjoying it so much.... It feels am right back there watching every single move your family made. WELL WRITTEN! Kudos to you! . Your true family history, story book may make it to the movies, dear... I plan to finish reading it in a couple of days... then will rated.. it is a great history book! Congratulations! Keep writing! I love reading Autobiographies too! I highly recommend your book. Than you!"
T.C. - From Indiana said "Are you going to discuss your book as a guest on one of NPR's shows, possibly Diane Rehm, or Book TV? Maybe make the rounds on the bookstore circuit?"
J.D. - From Virginia said: "What a great book. It's about time something real and positive was written. Ann Franks book is fiction."
K.G. said "Hi Cynthia! I am going to order the book today."
RSJR - From New York wrote to me and said: "It is unconditionally understood that this book "THROUGH INNOCENT EYES: The Chosen girls of The Hitler Youth" will be the foundation of countless WWII era research studies, articles, publications and discussions worldwide. History professors and students alike will benefit from the personal photos, letters and information this publication has to offer. For decades, Western culture was only aware of The Anne Frank Diary - now there is another diary for mankind to consider."
I.B. - From Florida said: "Dear Cynthia A. Sandor, I am reading your book. It is taking me back, to the Fuhrer, "Hitler", BACK TO THAT ERA... I am enjoying it so much.... It feels am right back there watching every single move your family made. WELL WRITTEN! Kudos to you! . Your true family history, story book may make it to the movies, dear... I plan to finish reading it in a couple of days... then will rated.. it is a great history book! Congratulations! Keep writing! I love reading Autobiographies too! I highly recommend your book. Than you!"
T.C. - From Indiana said "Are you going to discuss your book as a guest on one of NPR's shows, possibly Diane Rehm, or Book TV? Maybe make the rounds on the bookstore circuit?"
J.D. - From Virginia said: "What a great book. It's about time something real and positive was written. Ann Franks book is fiction."
K.G. said "Hi Cynthia! I am going to order the book today."
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
Table of Contents
TABLE of CONTENTS
Glossary and Abbreviations of Terms . . . . . . . . . xiii
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxix
Part One
Preparing to Become a Hitler Youth . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1931 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .3
A Young Girl in Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Sports Afternoon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Social Evening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 59
Meaning of the Flag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Hike on the Reisalpe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Th e Angel’s Voice Whispers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 117
Part Two
Becoming a Member of the Hitler Youth . . . . . . . . . 139
Hitler Youth Indoctrination Ceremony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Responsibilities of the Girls in the HJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Part Three
Country Service Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Landjahr Lager Seidorf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Walpurgis Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Celebrating with the Farmers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Our Workplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Th e Freedom of the Flame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Theater Performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
The Big Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Our Time Nears the End . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Epilogue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
Bibliography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369
Endnotes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385
PS: For some reason, it is all lined up on the draft, but not when published. Sorry about that.
Monday, January 7, 2013
Autograph Copies of Through Innocent Eyes
Happy New Year to everyone and I want to thank you so much for your interest in Gertrude Kerschner, and "Through Innocent Eyes - The Chosen Girls of the Hitler Youth!
This year is getting off to a fantastic start. As a new author, the response to "Through Innocent Eyes - The Chosen Girls of the Hitler Youth" is overwhelming! It is amazing how fast the word is spreading on the internet, especially with Facebook and the WWII re-enactment groups.
My Facebook page is: Cynthia A. Sandor. Many people are requesting signed copies of the book. Autograph copies of the Hard Covers are selling for $48.00, and the soft covers are $34.00 (includes shipping and handling in the United States). Overseas shipping include an addition $20. Therefore, if you live outside of the United States and want a hard copy of the book, the cost is: $68 and a soft copy will cost $54.00. Until I set up my pay pal account, please send a check to the following address:
Cynthia A. Sandor
3905 Tampa Rd #422
Oldsmar, FL 34677
The first print run of the Hard Covers has a very special spine which is not available on the paperback copies of the book. And those of you who currently have a hard back copy of the book, take off the dust jacket and take a look at your 'unique surprise!'
In addition, I am planning on doing a book signing at the Dade Battlefield event on March 2 - 3, 2013 in Bushnell, Florida. For more information, please visit my event page on Facebook. Thank you everyone for your interest and I look forward to meeting your personally!
Or, if you'd like to, you may purchase the book from one of the links above (at the top of the home page) and a copy will be mailed to you directly. I'll sign it once I catch up with you at one of the book signing events! In the meantime, if you have any questions, or comments, please feel free to sign up below and email me anytime!
~ Cindy ~
This year is getting off to a fantastic start. As a new author, the response to "Through Innocent Eyes - The Chosen Girls of the Hitler Youth" is overwhelming! It is amazing how fast the word is spreading on the internet, especially with Facebook and the WWII re-enactment groups.
My Facebook page is: Cynthia A. Sandor. Many people are requesting signed copies of the book. Autograph copies of the Hard Covers are selling for $48.00, and the soft covers are $34.00 (includes shipping and handling in the United States). Overseas shipping include an addition $20. Therefore, if you live outside of the United States and want a hard copy of the book, the cost is: $68 and a soft copy will cost $54.00. Until I set up my pay pal account, please send a check to the following address:
Cynthia A. Sandor
3905 Tampa Rd #422
Oldsmar, FL 34677
The first print run of the Hard Covers has a very special spine which is not available on the paperback copies of the book. And those of you who currently have a hard back copy of the book, take off the dust jacket and take a look at your 'unique surprise!'
In addition, I am planning on doing a book signing at the Dade Battlefield event on March 2 - 3, 2013 in Bushnell, Florida. For more information, please visit my event page on Facebook. Thank you everyone for your interest and I look forward to meeting your personally!
Or, if you'd like to, you may purchase the book from one of the links above (at the top of the home page) and a copy will be mailed to you directly. I'll sign it once I catch up with you at one of the book signing events! In the meantime, if you have any questions, or comments, please feel free to sign up below and email me anytime!
~ Cindy ~
Monday, December 3, 2012
Sunday, December 2, 2012
Live Your Life to the Fullest
Live your life to the fullest!
Think outside of the box!
Feel the fear and move outside your comfort zone!
Take as many risks as possible!
Move ~ take action today, because
Right now is the oldest you will ever be and the youngest you'll ever be again!
Don't wait until tomorrow to do the things you can do today!
Do what you can today because it will be your tomorrow!
Twenty-three years ago, I found my mother's personal journal. Within the next two weeks, "Through Innocent Eyes" will become LIVE and available for sale through BalboaPress.com! My first historical, non-fiction novel, 436 pages long with 50 photos. If you would like a personally signed copy of the first edition, follow me and I'll contact you for your address and pricing. Thank you.
~ Cynthia A. Sandor ~
Author: "Through Innocent Eyes"
Think outside of the box!
Feel the fear and move outside your comfort zone!
Take as many risks as possible!
Move ~ take action today, because
Right now is the oldest you will ever be and the youngest you'll ever be again!
Don't wait until tomorrow to do the things you can do today!
Do what you can today because it will be your tomorrow!
Twenty-three years ago, I found my mother's personal journal. Within the next two weeks, "Through Innocent Eyes" will become LIVE and available for sale through BalboaPress.com! My first historical, non-fiction novel, 436 pages long with 50 photos. If you would like a personally signed copy of the first edition, follow me and I'll contact you for your address and pricing. Thank you.
~ Cynthia A. Sandor ~
Author: "Through Innocent Eyes"
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
"Through Innocent Eyes - The Chosen Girls of the Hitler Youth" will be available in December, 2012, with BalboaPress.com. I want to thank you for visiting my blogsite and if you would like to become friends, please visit my Facebook pages: Cynthia A. Sandor or Landjahr Lager, both in English and in German or any other language that you speak! Please send me an email for I would love to hear from you too! casandor@gmail.com. Thank you!
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