Surviving in Silence: A Deaf Boy in the Holocaust, The Harry I. Dunai Story

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS I AM TREMENDOUSLY grateful to my father for his openness in sharing his life story with me, and allowing me to take his voice and feelings by putting them into words. Because of this I have a deeper understanding of who he is today. He has also provided me with a deeper and different level of understanding of humanity, hatred, family values, religion, politics, and love that I may not have known. Heartfelt gratitude goes to my cousin Steven Antin for his guidance and words of encouragement. His confidence in my ability to see this project through from beginning to end meant a lot. Great appreciation is given to my sisters Hannah Alfandari and Karen Tupuola for their listening ears, honest opinions, and good solid advice. I am also thankful to another cousin, Keith Ishida, for his input at the infancy stages of this manuscript. I would also like to acknowledge Alan Adelson of the Jewish Heritage Press for reviewing the manuscript, and meeting with my father and I. Those several days of working as a team will forever be etched in my memory. Innermost love is given to David and our two children, Zack and Ilona, for their support, patience, and positive feedback throughout this whole process. Finally, I feel fortunate to have family and friends who showed genuine interest and concern in this project. SURVIVING IN SILENCE ...