Bev Saltzman Lewyn

About the Author

Bev Saltzman Lewyn is a resilient Holocaust survivor whose life story embodies courage and the unyielding human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity. Born in Berlin in the 1930s, she endured the horrors of Nazi persecution, fleeing with her family through perilous escapes and hidden safe houses to ultimately find refuge in America. As a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Lewyn channeled her experiences into writing, offering profound insights into survival, loss, and renewal. Her memoir, On the Run in Nazi Berlin: A Memoir, vividly recounts her harrowing journey, serving as a poignant testament to the strength required to outrun tyranny and rebuild a life from the ashes of war. Through her words, Lewyn honors the past while inspiring future generations to remember and resist injustice.