It follows the story of a young boy during the Nazi occupation of Poland. specifically his attempt to flee the country while being hunted.
However, I am not very well versed in the culture of the nation or how it was impacted by the Nazi's invading. I don't want to pull an r/badhistory and completely misrepresent the time period. So I just wanted to know if anyone could direct me to some reading material because I've been having a hard time finding any.
Not actual studies but more non-fiction and historical-fiction novels, short stories or, movies covering that specific country on a more personal level during the occupation.
If anyone can help me it would be greatly appreciated
Edit: I know this isn't really the best place to ask a question like this. However, after looking at the other subreddits dedicated to history this seemed like the most appropriate place to ask for help.
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