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The Erl-King
Also known as The Ogre
Book • 1970
The Erl-King, also known as The Ogre, is a novel by Michel Tournier that follows the life of Abel Tiffauges, a Frenchman with a mysterious attraction to children and a preoccupation with life's symbols.
The story spans from his childhood to his experiences as a prisoner of war in Germany and his subsequent involvement with the Nazis.
Tiffauges's journey is marked by his unique perspective, his role in recruiting children for the Hitlerjugend, and his eventual attempt to redeem himself by saving a Jewish boy.
The novel is rich in symbolism and explores themes of identity, morality, and the impact of war on individuals and society.
The story spans from his childhood to his experiences as a prisoner of war in Germany and his subsequent involvement with the Nazis.
Tiffauges's journey is marked by his unique perspective, his role in recruiting children for the Hitlerjugend, and his eventual attempt to redeem himself by saving a Jewish boy.
The novel is rich in symbolism and explores themes of identity, morality, and the impact of war on individuals and society.
