We all know of the horrors of the Holocaust, but we’re typically much less familiar with the largely unsung heroes who took it upon themselves to save many thousands of would-be casualties. This book highlights several such individuals, dedicating entire chapters for each one. Perhaps most importantly, however, the book concludes with not only an overview of the heroes, but a well thought out exploration of what may have differentiated the heroes from the complicit bystanders. Although it was ordinary people who stood up as rescuers, it was far more often the case the ordinary citizens took part in the horrors perpetrated on their neighbors. This is a mist read for anyone interested in the psychology and sociology of the Holocaust.