Making Sense of the Holocaust by Means of Backward Narration

The exploration of Holocaust representation in literature grapples with the challenge posed by Theodor Adorno's assertion that poetry cannot exist after Auschwitz. This seminar paper delves into the ethical dilemmas surrounding the portrayal of the Holocaust, questioning the feasibility of adequately representing such profound horror. It emphasizes the struggle to conceptualize and articulate events that surpass human understanding, ultimately focusing on the central inquiry: How can one envision the unimaginable atrocities of this historical tragedy?