The Black Hole of Auschwitz

Focusing on the Holocaust, this collection of Levi's writings intertwines his personal experiences in Auschwitz with his reflections as a writer and chemist. He passionately critiques the diminishing compassion and skepticism surrounding Holocaust testimonies, emphasizing the importance of remembering these atrocities. For Levi, writing serves as a crucial means to comprehend the Holocaust and preserve the collective memory of the Jewish people's suffering, standing against the erosion of truth and moral accountability.