by Janet Lee Berg | Jan 25, 2021 | press
A novel recounting how Hitler targeted the Dutch Katz brothers, prominent art dealers in Europe who could only keep their families alive by trading canvasses for their lives, takes on a close connection to Massapequa. The book, “Restitution,” is a sequel to author...
by Janet Lee Berg | Nov 25, 2020 | press
by Dawn Watson From the late 1930s until the end of the Holocaust, his family, who were fine art dealers, were targeted by Hitler. The leader of the Nazi party coveted the masterpieces owned by Bruce’s grandfather, Benjamin Katz, and his brother, Nathan. The failed...
by Janet Berg | Aug 24, 2020 | press
This episode is part of a segment of stories entitled The Führer’s Art Theft Frenzy that focuses on art taken by the Nazis from a Dutch Jewish gallery owned by brothers Benjamin and Nathan Katz. Author Janet Berg has written a debut novel, Rembrandt’s...
by Janet Berg | Nov 19, 2019 | press
By Laura Durston – November 19, 2019 The tales of the Kittiwake have been reimagined in a children’s book, ‘Kitti the Cargo Ship’, written by sisters Janet Berg and Judith Santora and published by Caribbean Creations. The sisters, who are part-time residents of...
by Janet Berg | Dec 18, 2018 | press
by Adam Parker The story of the Katz family in Holland during World War II, inspired author Janet Lee Berg to write a historical novel that incorporates some of the experiences her husband’s ancestors endured. Immersed in the world of great art, Nathan and Benjamin...
by Janet Berg | Oct 31, 2016 | press
In the first half hour, Patricia interviews Janet Lee Berg on her new novel, ‘Rembrandt’s Shadow’. She will discuss her new novel, and how it is based on stunning true life events and experiences of her family during the Holocaust. The real story...
