Elie Wiesel's book Night had a profound and lasting impact on me. It left me with an insatiable curiosity, eager to learn more about his life. As a result, I immediately reached for Dawn. However, I was completely unprepared for the story it held. It was about a Holocaust survivor who had transformed into a radicalized terrorist, and I simply couldn't engage with it initially. I managed to read only the first page or two before setting it aside.

For more than a month, the book continued to catch my eye, sitting there on my shelf, taunting me. Finally, I mustered up the courage to pick it up again. To my surprise, it was a short and quick read, yet it was also incredibly thought-provoking. It vividly illustrated how easily violence can give birth to more violence. In our country (the USA), where the deep divisions and hatred of "the other" are so blatantly visible at the moment, this story feels more relevant than ever. At one point, the executioner remarks about his victim, "I liked him... Under other circumstances he might have been my friend."

What I didn't realize at first was that Elie Wiesel ended both Night and Dawn in the same manner, which added an interesting layer to his body of work.

I was truly moved by "Night" and I have a great love for reading it. However, the fact that they have presented this book as a "sequel" is nothing but a marketing ploy. In reality, this book and what was previously known as "book 3" had different titles. "Night" achieved popularity, and I assume they renamed these books and marketed them as a trilogy to boost sales.

This book was extremely muddled. It droned on and on with very little action taking place. There was an excessive amount of philosophizing and too little actual events. It became boring and repetitive. I also really dislike the fact that the entire story is based on a murder. I can neither feel sympathy for nor like the main character. It just makes me think that he has stooped to the level of the evil that was inflicted upon him.

Despite being such a short read, it was very difficult to get through. I started skipping pages. This book really lacked the poignancy of "Night", and the writing seemed much less refined. It wandered aimlessly for much of the time, and some parts just seemed so jarring that it didn't flow well at all.

I am very disappointed in this book!

The overall experience of this piece was just rather boring.

Admittedly, the writing itself had a certain niceness to it. The words were carefully chosen and the sentences were constructed with some finesse.

However, the major drawback was the way the story flowed. It was extremely weird and disjointed.

The transitions between different scenes and events were not smooth at all. It felt as if the author was jumping from one idea to another without properly connecting them.

This made it difficult for the reader to fully engage with the story and follow the plot.

As a result, despite the good writing, the overall impression was rather lackluster and uninteresting.

It's a shame because with a bit more work on the flow and coherence, this could have been a much better piece.

But as it stands now, it fails to capture the reader's attention and hold it throughout.

Perhaps the author needs to go back and rework the structure of the story to make it more logical and engaging.

Only then will it have the potential to truly shine.

A disturbing and provocative novella that delves deep into the complex question of what one would do if faced with the task of killing in the name of terrorism.

This thought-provoking piece of literature forces readers to confront the moral and ethical dilemmas that such a situation would present. It challenges our beliefs and values, making us question the very nature of right and wrong.

The novella takes us on a journey through the mind of the protagonist, who is thrust into this impossible situation. We see their internal struggle as they grapple with the decision of whether to carry out the act of terrorism or to resist.

As the story unfolds, we are left to wonder if there is any possible way out of this绝境. Can the protagonist find a way to reconcile their conscience with the demands placed upon them? Or will they be forced to make a choice that will haunt them for the rest of their lives?

This novella is a powerful reminder of the importance of standing up for what we believe in, even in the face of great adversity. It challenges us to think about the consequences of our actions and to consider the impact that terrorism can have on individuals and society as a whole.

I didn't hate him. But I wanted to hate him. That would simplify things. Hate, just like war, love, and faith, is capable of justifying everything, explaining everything.

If I could call upon hate, all those questions would be spared me. Why did I kill John Douglass? Simple: I hated him. Period, that's all. Absolute hate explains every human action, even when the latter is inhumane.

A person hates his enemy because he hates his own hate. He tells himself: "My enemy has turned me into a being capable of hating. I hate him not because he is my enemy, not because he hates me, but because he provokes my hate."

Hate is a powerful emotion that can consume a person and drive them to do things they never thought possible. It can cloud judgment and lead to actions that have far-reaching consequences.

We should strive to understand the root causes of hate and work towards resolving conflicts in a peaceful and just manner. Only then can we hope to build a better world, free from the destructive power of hate.

Although the next book in this “trilogy” is a work of fiction, and does not directly follow the non-fiction predecessor, this volume is equally difficult to read. It delves into how those who have been so hollowed out and tortured attempt to cope with life afterwards, and how many choose to fight back and become more vigilant and militaristic themselves. The victims turn into murderers because they feel that the world has left them with no other choice. It is both disturbing and heartbreaking.

The story takes the reader on an emotional rollercoaster, exploring the depths of human despair and the lengths to which people will go in order to survive. The characters are vividly portrayed, and their struggles are palpable. The author does an excellent job of highlighting the complex and often tragic nature of the human experience.

Overall, this book is a powerful and thought-provoking read that will stay with you long after you have finished it. It forces you to confront the harsh realities of life and to question your own beliefs and values. If you are looking for a book that will challenge you and make you think, then this is definitely one to add to your reading list.

Night is purer than day;

it is a time that seems to be better suited for thinking, loving, and dreaming.

When the darkness descends, everything around us takes on a different quality.

At night, emotions and experiences become more intense, as if magnified by the cloak of darkness.

The words that were spoken during the day, which may have seemed ordinary at the time, now take on a new and deeper meaning.

The echo of those words reverberates in the stillness of the night, allowing us to reflect on their significance in a way that we couldn't during the hustle and bustle of the day.

Night offers us a quiet and peaceful space to explore our inner selves, to let our thoughts wander, and to embrace the beauty and mystery of the world around us.

It is a time when we can truly connect with our hearts and souls, and find a sense of clarity and purpose in the midst of the chaos.

Whether we are lost in thought, expressing our love to someone dear, or simply indulging in a dream, the night provides us with the perfect backdrop for these precious moments.

So, the next time you find yourself under the cover of darkness, take a moment to appreciate the purity and magic of the night, and let it inspire you to think deeper, love harder, and dream bigger.

Dawn is a novel that is not only beautifully written but also deeply disturbing. It tells the story of an Israeli terrorist who is waiting to assassinate a British officer as retaliation for the hanging of an Israeli.

This novel prompts a great deal of thought regarding the idea of stopping violence with violence and hate with hate. When reflecting on the persecution that the Jews have endured, the young assassin Elisha states: "Now our only chance lies in hating you, in learning the necessity of the art of hate."

However, as the story progresses, it becomes clear that the novel seems to ultimately convey the message that hatred must be combated. If we do not fight against hatred, we are doomed to a cycle of violence and destruction.

The novel serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of seeking peaceful solutions and promoting understanding and tolerance in a world that is often divided by conflict and hatred.

Incredibly relevant, this historical novel takes on a new significance in our post-9/11 world, which is unfortunately cluttered with arrogance and self-righteous politics. It should indeed be required reading for everyone.

Dawn is an unnerving piece of literature that has the power to shake you to the very core. The story blurs the lines between "us" and "them" in a way that forces the reader to question their own preconceived notions and biases.

After reading this novel, it is impossible for the reader to walk away viewing the world through the same narrow lens they came in with. It challenges us to look beyond our own perspectives and understand the complexity of the human experience.

So, I highly recommend that you pick up this book and give it a read. It will open your eyes and make you think in ways you never thought possible.

Every so often, I come across a book that makes me long to be back in graduate school, just so I could pen a comprehensive paper about it. This particular book is precisely one of those gems.

The only slight drawback I find with it is its brevity. I yearned to immerse myself further in Wiesel's exquisite and deeply moving prose. I am utterly captivated by his writing style and find myself completely engrossed in the characters and their riveting stories.

The plot revolves around a young Jewish man named Elisha, who is selected to assassinate an English soldier named John Dawson. Elisha is part of the resistance movement in Palestine. The English have apprehended another resistance member, David ben Moshe. Tired of losing their comrades to the English, the Jews have resolved that for every young Jewish man killed, an English soldier will also pay with his life. After David's arrest and sentencing, the resistance manages to capture Dawson and vows to take his life. Gad, one of the movement's leaders, who discovers and tracks down Elisha as a refugee in Paris after the liberation of the concentration camps, chooses Elisha to carry out the killing of Dawson on the very morning that the English have promised to execute David. What unfolds next is Elisha's profound psychological and emotional odyssey, spanning from the dusk of the day before the scheduled killings to the dawn of the fateful day when the killings must occur.

The story delves into the circularity of life. During World War II, the English and the Jews were allies, sharing a common goal of halting Hitler and reclaiming Europe. However, after the war, with the Jews liberated and seeking to reclaim their homeland, the English now find themselves in a position of having to fight against them as they claim Palestine as their own. The two peoples who once fought side by side for the same purpose are now bitter enemies. How does Elisha grapple with this? Can he truly harbor the same hatred for the English as he did for the Nazis? And how can an eighteen-year-old like him deliberately take the life of someone he has never met? How did John Dawson come to bear the burden of the entire struggle between the two peoples?

David, the Jewish symbol of resistance against English rule, and John, the symbol of the English national character, become intertwined in unexpected and fascinating ways. Wiesel's deft handling of this aspect is truly brilliant. David means "beloved" in Hebrew, and ben Moshe means "son of Moses," evoking the image of being drawn from the waters of Egypt to liberate his people. John, although widely adopted as a Christian name, has its roots in Hebrew and means "God has been gracious," and indeed, God had been kind to the English. Dawson means "son of Daw/David." John's sentencing is a direct consequence of David's. There is no other reason to kill John except that there is a reason to kill David. Although John is the older of the two condemned men, he would not be in his current predicament if it weren't for the younger man's arrest. The other names, perhaps, are less immediately intriguing, but they are just as richly layered. Gad is the prophet who presents David with three choices from God after his sin: plague, fleeing from his enemies, or famine. Wiesel's Gad offers Elisha choices as well: to fight for a future or to remain trapped in the past. Elisha is the successor to the prophet Elijah. He closely follows his master and witnesses him being taken up to heaven, and then becomes an even more powerful prophet than Elijah himself. Wiesel's Elisha, however, is still an apprentice, learning about war, love, and himself. Will he emerge stronger in the end?

Elisha ponders deeply about the SS officers and the terrorists in Palestine. What is the difference between the atrocities committed by the Nazis and the actions of the resistance? What distinguishes the English hangman from Elisha himself? And, in reality, what is the difference between David, John, and all the others? Elisha's colleagues repeatedly utter the phrase, "Don't torture yourself; this is war," but does that mean that everything is forgiven or at least nullified? The book of Job poses the question, "What do you answer when being called to account?" This book further adds to that: "And to whom?" When one is playing God and deciding who lives and who dies, who does one answer to but oneself?

This book is a beautiful and complex masterpiece. It compelled me to think deeply and made me want to read it slowly, savoring every word. However, I simply couldn't resist the urge to keep turning the pages because it was so incredibly good. The time frame covered is just a few hours, yet the scope encompasses an entire nation's history and its projected future. It delves into the suffering, the torment, and the resistance. It explores the Holocaust and the forging of the new Israel, yet it still feels remarkably contemporary, and the questions it poses remain highly relevant. I wholeheartedly recommend this book, whether or not you have read Night. It is well worth the short amount of time it takes to read, and the questions it raises and the way it does so will move you and make you reflect on love, hate, war, the past, and our future.

Elie Wiesel's work is often regarded as an impressive piece of history and historical fiction. However, in this particular case, it is quite astonishing that he manages to write over 100 pages about Palestine without once mentioning the Palestinians.

This omission is a significant flaw in the book. The Palestinians are an integral part of the history and narrative of Palestine. Their experiences, struggles, and contributions cannot be ignored or overlooked.

By failing to mention the Palestinians, Wiesel's work lacks a crucial perspective and fails to provide a comprehensive and accurate account of the region. It is a missed opportunity to shed light on the complex and often tragic history of Palestine and its people.

Overall, while Wiesel's work may have other merits, this particular oversight makes it a less than satisfactory and not a very good book.

I read Dawn along with Night and Day. Night is an autobiographical work that vividly描绘s Wiesel's harrowing experiences during the Holocaust. On the other hand, Dawn and Day are fictional works, yet they are firmly rooted in his real-life experiences.

When read as a trilogy, Wiesel's writing has a powerful effect. It's as if he is inviting you into a house, much like a gentle breeze is invited to sweep through and breathe in every corner of its four walls.

The trilogy takes you on an emotional journey, allowing you to experience the pain, suffering, and ultimately, the hope and resilience that Wiesel encountered. Each book in the trilogy adds another layer to the story, building upon the previous one and creating a rich and complex tapestry of human experience.

Reading Wiesel's works is not only a literary experience but also a profound exploration of the human spirit in the face of extreme adversity. It forces you to confront the darkest aspects of humanity while also inspiring you with the possibility of redemption and the power of the human will to survive.