Peeling the Onion by Günter Grass
"Peeling the Onion" is a memoir that explores the author's experiences during and after World War II. The author, a Nobel laureate, reveals his involvement with the Waffen SS, a paramilitary organization of the Nazi party, when he was a teenager. The book delves into the author's struggle with guilt and memory, his journey to becoming a writer, and his exploration of how personal and collective memory impact our understanding of history. It is a candid, introspective look at the complexities of identity, morality, and truth.
The 10018th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2006
- Nationality
- German
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 425
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- German
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This book is on the following lists:
- 65th on The 100 Best Books of the Decade(2000) (Times)