"Anna and the Swallow Man" is a novel by Gavriel Savit that tells the story of a young girl named Anna who is orphaned during World War II in Poland. Anna meets a mysterious man who can communicate with birds, whom she calls the Swallow Man, and he becomes her protector and guide as they navigate through the dangerous landscape of war-torn Europe. The novel explores themes of loss, grief, and the human need for connection and belonging, as well as the power of language and the natural world. As Anna and the Swallow Man journey through Poland, they encounter a cast of characters who challenge their beliefs and test their resolve. The novel is a poignant coming-of-age story that examines the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.