Ambiguity of Virtue

Discover the complex moral landscape of World War II through Bernard Wasserstein's gripping narrative, Ambiguity of Virtue. Published by Harvard University Press in 2014, this hardback edition spans 352 pages and delves into the life of Gertrude van Tijn, who worked with the Nazi-appointed Jewish Council in Amsterdam. As she helped numerous Jews escape the clutches of the regime, van Tijn grappled with harrowing moral dilemmas that left her labeled both a heroine and a collaborator. Wasserstein's compelling storytelling immerses readers in this twilight world, revealing the profound challenges faced by Jews under Nazi occupation. This thought-provoking book is essential for anyone interested in the complexities of human morality during one of history's darkest periods.