Was there a Break-In? by Anne Frank
The narrative revolves around the experiences of a young girl and her family during World War II. They are forced into hiding to avoid persecution by the Nazi regime. The story explores themes of hope, resilience, and the human cost of war.
By Anne Frank · First published 1945 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Drama, Coming-of-Age · 946 words
First lines
Mother, Father, Margot and I were sitting quite pleasantly together when Peter suddenly came in and whispered in Father's ear. I caught the words 'a barrel falling over in the warehouse' and 'someone fiddling with the door'.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Anne Frank
- Date: 1945 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Drama, Coming-of-Age, Literary Nonfiction, Psychological Thriller
- Length: 946 words
- Structure: 1 section, 15 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The narrative is set during a specific historical period, reflecting the experiences of individuals during World War II.
- Drama — The story focuses on intense emotional experiences and interpersonal conflicts among characters in a confined setting.
- Coming-of-Age — The protagonist navigates the challenges of adolescence amidst the backdrop of war and confinement.
- Literary Nonfiction — The work is based on real events and personal experiences, providing insight into the author's life.
Tags
Historical Nonfiction · Memoir · Holocaust · WWII · Dutch Literature · Jewish History · Personal Narrative · Autobiography · War Crimes · Resistance Movement · Occupation · Nazi Regime