Rasia Kliot
Rasia Kliot is a Holocaust survivor whose experiences during World War II profoundly shaped her life and writings. Born in Lithuania, she endured the horrors of the Holocaust, which influenced much of her later work, including her contributions to 'Waltzing with the Enemy: A Mother and Daughter Confront the Aftermath of the Holocaust.' This book, co-authored with her daughter, explores the enduring impact of these traumatic events on their family's life.
After surviving the Holocaust, Rasia immigrated to Israel where she rebuilt her life, starting a family and eventually moving to the United States. Her personal history is a testament to resilience and the complex processes of healing and memory that survivors often go through. Her work, including her public speaking and writings, focuses on educating others about the Holocaust and promoting understanding and tolerance.
Rasia's storytelling is not just a recount of historical events but also an intimate portrayal of the emotional and psychological aftermath of the Holocaust on survivors and their families. Her insights contribute significantly to Holocaust literature, providing a deeply personal perspective that highlights the intergenerational transmission of trauma and the struggle for identity among survivors and their descendants.