La Mort Est Mon Métier by Robert Merle
The book is a fictionalized account of the life of Rudolf Höss, the commandant of Auschwitz concentration camp during World War II. It delves into the psychological and moral journey of the protagonist, who is portrayed as a man deeply committed to duty and efficiency, as he rises through the ranks of the SS. The narrative provides a chilling insight into the banality of evil, exploring how an ordinary man can become a willing participant in one of history's most horrific genocides. Through the protagonist's perspective, the novel examines the mechanisms of Nazi ideology and the bureaucratic machinery of the Holocaust, ultimately questioning the nature of obedience and the moral responsibility of individuals within a totalitarian regime.
The 5168th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1952
- Nationality
- French
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 432
- Words
- 62,000
- Original Language
- French
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