Erna Paris Bücher

Wie finden Nationen nach traumatisierenden Geschehnissen wieder zu sich? Wer entscheidet über die Deutung vergangener Vorgänge, wer schreibt deren Geschichte, und was folgt daraus für die Gegenwart? Mit diesen Fragen im Gepäck bereiste Erna Paris die USA mit ihrer lange verschütteten Erinnerung an Sklaverei und Rassenhass; Südafrika mit seiner Wahrheitskommission, die die Wunden der Apartheid zu heilen sucht; Japan, Deutschland und Frankreich mit der unentrinnbaren Allgegenwart von Hiroshima, Holocaust und Kollaboration; und das ehemalige Jugoslawien, wo sie die zynische Manipulation historischer Erinnerung entlarvt, die in eine Orgie der Gewalt mündete.

Exploring the unique role of the International Criminal Court, this book delves into its groundbreaking mission to hold war criminals accountable for their actions. It reveals the challenges and triumphs faced by this unprecedented institution, highlighting its significance in the global pursuit of justice. Through compelling narratives, the book sheds light on the complexities of international law and the moral imperative of prosecuting those responsible for heinous crimes.

Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Inquisition, the narrative explores themes of tolerance and the complex interplay between Catholicism, Judaism, and Islam. It delves into the lives of individuals navigating their faiths amid a tumultuous historical period marked by persecution and cultural conflict. The characters grapple with their identities and beliefs, highlighting the struggles for acceptance and understanding in a society torn by religious fervor. Through their journeys, the book examines the profound impact of intolerance and the quest for coexistence.

This book delves into America's resistance to recognizing international law, exploring the implications of this stance on global justice. It highlights key individuals and events that shape this narrative, while also emphasizing the critical importance of international criminal justice in addressing global issues. Through a compelling investigation, the author sheds light on the complexities of legal accountability and the moral responsibilities of nations in the face of injustice.

This work addresses a pressing contemporary issue - who owns and controls the past? - for decisions taken by those in power in the past cast long shadows into the future.