German Officer's Boy

The narrative centers on Herschel Grynszpan, a young Polish Jew whose act of violence against a German diplomat in November 1938 triggered the horrific events of Kristallnacht, marking a pivotal moment in the lead-up to the Holocaust. While the broader implications of this incident are well-documented, the book delves into Grynszpan's tumultuous emotions and motivations, exploring the complexities of his character and the devastating consequences that followed his actions.