The Diary of a Young Girl: The Definitive Edition is the unforgettable standalone Holocaust memoir by Anne Frank, one of the most powerful and widely read books in history. This complete edition restores previously omitted diary entries, offering readers a fuller portrait of Anne's life, thoughts, dreams, and extraordinary resilience during World War II. A timeless classic, this moving firsthand account explores hope, courage, family, identity, and the devastating realities of the Holocaust. Perfect for students, educators, history enthusiasts, book clubs, and readers of historical nonfiction, this definitive edition remains an essential addition to every bookshelf.

Written while hiding with her family in a secret annex in Nazi-occupied Amsterdam, thirteen-year-old Anne Frank chronicles the daily realities of life in hiding during one of history's darkest periods. Through her honest reflections, fears, humor, and remarkable optimism, Anne captures both the struggles of adolescence and the extraordinary strength of the human spirit. Her diary offers an intimate perspective on the Holocaust while reminding readers of the enduring power of hope, compassion, and humanity in the face of unimaginable adversity.

The Diary of a Young Girl: The Definitive Edition – A Timeless Holocaust Memoir

For generations, The Diary of a Young Girl has inspired millions with its heartfelt honesty and historical significance. This Definitive Edition includes additional diary entries that deepen readers' understanding of Anne Frank's life, making her story even more personal and impactful. Whether read for education, personal reflection, or historical study, this memoir continues to serve as a powerful testament to resilience, courage, and the importance of remembering history.

Product Details

Title: The Diary of a Young Girl: The Definitive Edition

Author: Anne Frank

Editors: Otto H. Frank, Mirjam Pressler

Format: Mass Market Paperback

Series: Standalone Memoir

Genre:

• Historical Memoir
• Biography & Memoir
• World War II
• Holocaust History
• Nonfiction

Pages: 400

Dimensions: 1.1 x 6.7 x 4.1 inches

Illustrated: Yes

Publication Date: February 3, 1997

Accelerated Reader:

• Interest Level: Upper Middle Grades (6 and up)
• Reading Level: 6.5
• AR Points: 17

Features:

• Definitive restored edition
• Standalone memoir
• Firsthand Holocaust account
• World War II history
• Historical nonfiction classic
• Complete diary entries
• Educational reading
• Award-winning classic
• School and classroom favorite
• Timeless literary masterpiece

Author Biography

Anne Frank (1929–1945) was a young Jewish girl whose diary, written while hiding from Nazi persecution during World War II, became one of the most influential and widely read memoirs in history. First published in 1947 by her father, Otto Frank, the diary has been translated into dozens of languages and continues to educate and inspire readers around the world with its powerful message of hope, resilience, and humanity.