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The Reader by Bernhard Schlink (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
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This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Reader by Bernhard Schlink, which tells the story of an affair between a young boy named Michaël and an older woman, Hanna. Years after their affair, Michaël attends a trial and comes face-to-face with Hanna, who went on to become an SS-officer and is now accused of major crimes at the concentration camp where she worked. The Reader tackles the feelings of shame and guilt that plagued those who lived through the Holocaust in Germany and the uncomfortable reality of what happened in the concentration camps, making for a difficult yet moving read. Schlink was received many prestigious awards for his writing, many of them for The Reader, and his hard-hitting novels are very popular with readers from across the world.
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• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
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This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Reader by Bernhard Schlink, which tells the story of an affair between a young boy named Michaël and an older woman, Hanna. Years after their affair, Michaël attends a trial and comes face-to-face with Hanna, who went on to become an SS-officer and is now accused of major crimes at the concentration camp where she worked. The Reader tackles the feelings of shame and guilt that plagued those who lived through the Holocaust in Germany and the uncomfortable reality of what happened in the concentration camps, making for a difficult yet moving read. Schlink was received many prestigious awards for his writing, many of them for The Reader, and his hard-hitting novels are very popular with readers from across the world.
Find out everything you need to know about The Reader in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
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