The Diary of a Young Girl, also known as The Diary of Anne Frank, is a book of the writings from the Dutch language diary kept by Anne Frank while she was in hiding for two years with her family during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. This remarkable diary has become a world classic, which: . Is a powerful reminder of the horrors of war. . Offers a fascinating commentary on human courage and frailty and a compelling self-portrait of a sensitive and spirited young woman. . Is a timeless and eloquent testament to the human spirit. . Gives details about the petty frustrations of the confined quarters. . Shows Anne's adult wisdom and viewpoint beyond her years. The diary is not written in the classic forms of "Dear Diary" or as letters to oneself; Anne calls her diary "Kitty", so almost all of the letters are written to Kitty. Her account is thoughtful, moving, and surprisingly humorous.