A rectangular window. More than enough of a view to see the moon. It’s light shining on my journal to write before I fall asleep.
Day 48 and I’m sure no one is coming for me. At least it’s what I’ve been told every single day. I still don’t remember my name or how I got here but I’m writing everyday, hoping my words will jog my memory.
A wolf howls in the distance. My unseen best friend helps me know I’m still alive.
An itch on my ankle makes me stop. The chain is starting to leave a mark.
TITLE: The Diary of a Young Girl
REASON FOR BEING BANNED
Often challenged for chronicling not just the horrors of war but also blossoming sexuality, Anne Frank’s personal diary captures the invincible spirit of humanity.
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