The Kindly One by Jonathan Littell
"The Kindly Ones" is a controversial and provocative novel that follows the life of a former SS officer, who is of French and German descent, during and after World War II. The narrative is a first-person account of the atrocities he committed and witnessed during the Holocaust, presenting a chilling exploration of the human capacity for evil. The story also delves into his post-war life, his struggle with guilt, and his attempts to rationalize his actions. The novel is a profound and disturbing examination of the darkest aspects of human nature, history, and memory.
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This book is on the following lists:
- 67th on The 100 Best Books of the Decade(2000) (Times)