Arnold Zweig

Arnold Zweig (1887–1968) was a German writer and a prominent pacifist. He is best known for his six-part series of novels on World War I, including 'The Case of Sergeant Grischa' and his extensive work on anti-war themes. Zweig was a contemporary and correspondent of Sigmund Freud and a friend of Albert Einstein. His works often explored the psychological impact of war and anti-Semitism.

Books

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  1. 1. The Case of Sergeant Grischa

    Cover of 'The Case of Sergeant Grischa' by Arnold Zweig

    The book tells the story of Sergeant Grischa, a Russian POW who escapes from a German prison camp during World War I. After assuming the identity of a dead comrade to evade capture, he is eventually caught and sentenced to death for desertion. Despite several attempts by various individuals to save him, bureaucratic and military rigidity prevent his exoneration. The novel explores the themes of justice, humanity, and the absurdity of war.