Explore the Holocaust's Lasting Legacy

Are you interested in learning about the importance of preserving Holocaust stories and their impact on future generations? On Saturday, 21 November 2026, at the Quarterhouse in Folkestone, writer and illustrator Astrid Goldsmith and bestselling historian and novelist Wendy Holden will come together for a conversation about family, memory, and the legacies we inherit.

• Astrid Goldsmith will share insights from her acclaimed graphic memoir, The Crystal Vase, which explores the secrets and tangled histories of her German-Jewish family. • Wendy Holden will discuss her novel, The Teacher of Auschwitz, which tells the extraordinary true story of Fredy Hirsch and his courage in protecting hundreds of children inside the Nazi death camp. • The event will be chaired by Leah Thorn, a spoken word poet, activist, and filmmaker who believes in the power of art to challenge prejudice and change the world.

To be a part of this thought-provoking conversation, tickets are with the button beside the article. The event is part of the Folkestone Book Festival, a two-week celebration of stories, ideas, and conversation that brings together world-class writers, thinkers, and storytellers to Folkestone.