Detective Story by Imre Kertész
Set in an unnamed South American country, the narrative unfolds through the confessions of a former secret police officer, who recounts his involvement in the interrogation and eventual demise of a father and son accused of subversion. Through his chilling and detached account, the story delves into themes of power, morality, and the dehumanizing effects of authoritarian regimes. As the officer reflects on his actions, the reader is drawn into a haunting exploration of guilt and complicity in a world where justice is perverted by the very institutions meant to uphold it.
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- Published
- 1977
- Nationality
- Hungarian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 120-150
- Original Language
- Hungarian
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