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The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas explores the unlikely friendship between Bruno, a German boy, and Shmuel, a Jewish boy in a concentration camp. As they bridge the divide between them, the novel delves into the innocence, prejudice, and tragic consequences of World War II, painting a poignant picture of human connection amidst unimaginable circumstances.
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Bruno |
Bruno, a curious and naive young boy, embarks on a forbidden friendship with Shmuel, a Jewish boy behind a barbed wire fence.
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Shmuel |
Shmuel, an innocent and kind-hearted Jewish boy, forms an unlikely bond with Bruno, sharing stories and experiences despite the harsh reality of his circumstances.
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Ralf |
Ralf, Bruno's father and a high-ranking Nazi officer, struggles with his duty to the regime while trying to shield his family from the true horrors of the concentration camp.
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Elsa |
Bruno's mother Elsa, initially resistant to the move, adapts to the Nazi environment but grapples with her conflicting emotions and growing concern for her children's innocence.
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Gretel |
Gretel, influenced by Nazi propaganda, becomes infatuated with the regime and drifts away from her brother Bruno's compassionate worldview.
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Kotler |
Lieutenant Kotler, a ruthless SS officer at the camp, represents the dark and oppressive presence that contrasts with Bruno's innocence.
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Pavel |
Pavel, the elderly Jewish prisoner, becomes an unexpected friend and confidant to Bruno, offering wisdom and compassion despite his dire circumstances.
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Liszt |
Herr Liszt, the tutor, brings an air of strictness to Bruno's education, pushing him to adhere to the ideals of the Nazi regime.
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