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These are pages that one reads with almost physical pain. . .all the way to its stoic conclusion.' Primo Levi'The testimony of a profoundly serious man. . . . In its every turn and crease, it bears the marks of the true.' Irving Howe, New Republic'This remarkable memoir. . .is the autobiography of an extraordinarily acute conscience. With the ear of a poet and the eye of a novelist, Amery vividly communicates the wonder of a philosophera wonder here aroused by the 'dark riddle' of the Nazi regime and its systematic sadism.' Jim Miller, Newsweek'Whoever has succumbed to torture can no longer feel at home in the world. The shame of destruction cannot be erased. Trust in the world, which already collapsed in part at the first blow, but in the end, under torture, fully, will not be regained. That one's fellow man was experienced as the antiman remains in the tortured person as accumulated horror. It blocks the view into a world in which the principle of hope rules. One who was martyred is a defenseless prisoner of fear. It is fear that henceforth reigns over him.' Jean AmeryAt the Mind's Limits is the story of one man's incredible struggle to understand the reality of horror. In five autobiographical essays, Amery describes his survivalmental, moral, and physicalthrough the enormity of the Holocaust. Above all, this masterful record of introspection tells of a young Viennese intellectual's fervent vision of human nature and the betrayal of that vision.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'At the Mind's Limits'? A: The main theme of 'At the Mind's Limits' revolves around the author's struggle to comprehend the realities of horror experienced during the Holocaust, reflecting on survival through mental, moral, and physical challenges.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'At the Mind's Limits' is Jean Amery, a Viennese intellectual and Holocaust survivor.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 128 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in paperback.
- Q: When was 'At the Mind's Limits' published? A: The book was published on March 23, 2009.
- Q: Is 'At the Mind's Limits' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'At the Mind's Limits' is suitable for academic study as it provides profound insights into the Holocaust and existential reflections, making it valuable for courses in history, philosophy, and ethics.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Jean Amery? A: Readers can expect a writing style that is introspective and deeply reflective, combining the perspective of a philosopher with the narrative depth of a novelist.
- Q: Does this book include personal experiences of the author? A: Yes, the book includes five autobiographical essays that detail Jean Amery's personal experiences and reflections on survival during the Holocaust.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Are there any notable quotes from the book? A: Yes, the book includes notable quotes that reflect on the psychological impact of torture and the complexities of human nature in the face of horror.