The Judge and His Hangman by Friedrich Dürrenmatt

This book is a crime novel set in Switzerland, where a police lieutenant is tasked with solving the murder of his former colleague. The narrative explores themes of justice, revenge, and the blurred lines between good and evil. The lieutenant, despite being terminally ill, is determined to solve the case and in the process, he uncovers a web of corruption and deceit that forces him to question his own morality and the nature of justice. The story is a philosophical examination of the criminal justice system and the moral dilemmas faced by those who enforce the law.

The 2307th greatest book of all time


Published
1950
Nationality
Swiss
Type
Fiction
Pages
104-224
Words
Unknown
Original Language
German

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