Nicht Der Mörder, Der Ermordete Ist Schuldig: Eine Novelle

Nicht Der Mörder, Der Ermordete Ist Schuldig: Eine Novelle, written by Franz Werfel in 1920, follows the troubled relationship between a young boy named Karl and his strict father, a military officer in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Set against the backdrop of impending World War I, the story explores themes of authority, parental expectations, and the quest for identity as Karl grapples with his father's domineering presence and his own aspirations. The narrative culminates in a tragic incident during a birthday outing, reflecting Karl's internal conflict and emotional turmoil.