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Norman H. Gershman (Author)
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  • Hardcover: 160 pages
  • Publisher: Syracuse University Press; 1 edition (15 Jan 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0815609345
  • ISBN-13: 978-0815609346
  • Product Dimensions: 28 x 1.7 x 28 cm
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,044,950 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Besa is a code of honor deeply rooted in Albanian culture and incorporated in the faith of Albanian Muslims. It dictates a moral behavior so absolute that non adherence brings shame and dishonor on oneself and one's family. Simply stated, it demands that one take responsibility for the lives of others in their time of need. In Albania and Kosovo, Muslims sheltered, at grave risk to themselves and their families, not only the Jews of their cities and villages, but thousands of Jews fleeing the Nazis from other European countries.Over a five-year period, photographer Norman H. Gershman sought out, photographed, and collected these powerful and moving stories of heroism in "Besa: Muslims Who Saved Jews in World War II". The book reveals a hidden period in history, slowly emerging after the fall of an isolationist communist regime, and shows the compassionate side of ordinary people in saving Jews. They acted within their true Muslim faith.
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Amazon.com: 4.7 out of 5 stars  13 reviews
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars uplifting! 23 Jan 2009
By sexy senior - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Hardcover
This book restores one's faith in humanity. Goodness and caring for one's fellow human beings know no bounds of country or religion. This is a little known story of one country and one people's humanity and goodness. Yes, they are Muslims and yes they rescued Jews. How inspiring to read their stories. The photographs speak volumes. In this precarious world of ours this story gives one hope and knowledge of the goodness that humans are capable of. Thank you, Mr. Gershman for enlightening us and telling this dramatic and inspiring story. The photographs are beautiful. A must book for all time!
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5.0 out of 5 stars BESA 21 Aug 2009
By Muradie Cura - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
My Name is Hasim Cura.I was born in place called Ostros in Montenegro, as you can see I'm an Albanian Muslim,
I live in Australia, and one day I was listening in the Albanian News ,here in Sydney and I was interested to hear that My Albanian Muslim and Christians Brothers did help the Jews (Jevrej) as we call them, which I'm weary proud of them .The book was very eye opening for me because Living in Communists country like in Montenegro (X -Yugoslavia ) we didn't know because that's wasn't allow to to shove in the that time that Albanians where that Generous because us Albanian in X-Yugoslavia where Branded as Separatists and trouble makers.
Interestingly enough The BESA tradition is still being practiced today.
I liked the Book and I hope every Albanian and Jewish (Israelis) read this book. Also hope it helps all the family's that migrated to Israel after the war as well as the Palestinians in the same way they did receive Help.
Regards Hasim.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars BESA IS NOT BASED ON RELIGION!! 10 Nov 2010
By Besa - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Hardcover
Bearing the name of this book I just want to clarify that "Besa" is not based on religion!!! Although I am Muslim, I would still like to make this clarification! Considering the author has read "Kanuni i Leke Dugagjinit", he should have known this already, instead of making such a statement. It is an "honor" to have such a name, especially considering the time period I was born in when Albanians in Montenegro weren't allowed to name their children Albanian names. "BESA"
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