“Knowing is not enough, you must apply. Wanting is not enough, we have to do it. (Johann von Goethe) “The Endless Steppe” by Esther Hautzig is a novel about a family's determination to survive. In the novel, he talks about how determination, the human capacity to adopt, and happiness can keep a family together and even help it survive despite everything. Additionally, “The Endless Steppe” tells the stories of Reisa, Ryia and Esther about how they overcame these trials and survived in Siberia in their own way. The theme of this book is the human ability to adapt and find happiness in the most difficult circumstances. Each character in the novel shows this in their own way. For example, their family is randomly taken from their home and forced to work, but they remain close family nonetheless. What's more, they even manage to stick together after being separated for one of their own. These show how, even in the darkest times, they still manage to find a glimmer of hope and they continue on. The first person to illustrate the theme of the book was Esther's grandmother, Reisa. Reisa showed this by always maintaining her pride and dignity even in the most difficult times, which helped her and her family move forward. For example, even when they were forced to live in these camps, she always tried to be her best. She always wore a silk dress and did her cuticles. Additionally, she also exemplifies the theme by caring for her families even in the most difficult times by keeping them together and lifting their spirits. For example, when Esther lost the rubble given to her by her mother, she said: "She is only twelve years old, she helps run the house like a little old woman, she studies like a Talmudic scholar, she carries bricks back and forth. No. Enough is already too much. Esther, there is nothing more you can do than I authorize you to do. Do well in school, that's all I ask. As it stands, you'll need every drop of education you can get. For the rest, you leave me the rubles. This is how Reisa illustrated the theme of the book by maintaining her appearance and taking care of her family. The second person who illustrated the theme of the book was Raya, Esther's mother. Raya showed this by always keeping a positive attitude, which boosts morale around her..