Liana Millu
scrittrice, antifascista e partigiana italiana (1914-2005)
Liana Millu was an Italian writer who made significant contributions to the field of literature. Her life was marked by her experiences as a Jewish-Italian journalist and her active role as a resistance fighter during World War II. Millu's personal history was also deeply affected by the Holocaust, which she survived and later wrote about in her literary works.
Millu's most notable literary achievement is her autobiography, which was first published in 1947. The book, known in English as "Smoke over Birkenau," is a testament to her resilience and a powerful account of her experiences during one of the most tumultuous periods in modern history. Through her writing, Millu has left a lasting impact on the literary world, providing a unique and personal perspective on the events that shaped her life and the world around her.