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I find it shocking that more people haven't commented on the title. I have searched through articles, and while they mention the obvious connection to Hitler, none of them ask about it in detail. WHY would he call it that, and what point is he trying to make? I can't bring myself to read the book, brilliant though it may be, because the title is too horrifying for me to move past.
Mona Everyone has there own struggle in life - which is what Knausgaard was playing at. Of course after the Third Reich you can't just use that title innoc…moreEveryone has there own struggle in life - which is what Knausgaard was playing at. Of course after the Third Reich you can't just use that title innocently. It only starts making some sence when you've read trough all of the volumes. Personally I think he must have felt a little self-important when he chose the title. Nonetheless is important to reclaim what the Nazis polluted with their hatred and war crimes.(less)
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by Karl Ove Knausgård
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