About Elie Wiesel
Elie Wiesel was a Romanian-born Jewish writer, professor, and Holocaust survivor, best known for his powerful memoir "Night," which recounts his harrowing experiences in Nazi concentration camps during World War II. Born on September 30, 1928, in Sighet, Romania, Wiesel became a prominent advocate for human rights, using his platform to speak out against oppression and bear witness to the atrocities of the Holocaust. In 1986, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his unwavering commitment to combating violence and hatred worldwide.
