The author you're referring to is likely "Leon Uris," known for his works such as "Exodus" and "Mila 18." He was a popular American novelist who often wrote historical fiction novels set in various locations around the world.
The novel 'Mila 18' by Leon Uris is about the Nazi occupation of Warsaw, Poland (1939-1945) and the Nazi persecution of the Jewish people there.It also covers the activities of the Jewish resistance and the social complexities of the whole matter.For more information see Related links below.
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