In 1944, Dr. Miklos Nyiszli, a Hungarian Jewish physician, was forced to serve under the infamous Dr. Josef Mengele at Auschwitz. This chilling memoir recounts Nyiszli’s harrowing survival and his role as Mengele’s personal research pathologist, offering a stark, firsthand glimpse into the terror and atrocities committed within the concentration camp. His unique perspective provides an invaluable historical document, detailing the horrific scientific experiments and the moral dilemmas faced by those caught in the Nazi regime's brutality.

Why You Should Read?

• Offers a unique and harrowing firsthand account of the atrocities committed at Auschwitz, providing an unparalleled perspective on the Holocaust.
• Explores the complex moral dilemmas faced by individuals forced to collaborate with the Nazi regime, prompting deep ethical reflection.
• Features an insightful introduction by historian Richard Evans, enriching the historical context and depth of Nyiszli’s experiences.
• An essential read for history enthusiasts and anyone seeking to understand the extremes of human cruelty and the remarkable resilience of the human spirit.

About the Author

Miklós Nyiszli (1901–1956) was a Hungarian Jewish physician and pathologist who survived the Holocaust. His memoir, 'Auschwitz: A Doctor's Eyewitness Account', provides a unique and harrowing perspective on the atrocities committed in the concentration camps, particularly his forced service under Dr. Josef Mengele. Nyiszli's detailed observations and personal experiences offer invaluable historical testimony to the horrors of the Holocaust.

Tibère Kremer is a translator known for his work in bringing significant historical and literary texts to English-speaking audiences. His translation of 'Auschwitz' ensures that Dr. Nyiszli's vital testimony is accessible, preserving the original intent and emotional weight of the narrative for a wider readership.

Richard Seaver (1926–2009) was an American publisher, editor, and translator. He was instrumental in introducing many important European authors to American readers. His translation work, including 'Auschwitz', helped to disseminate crucial historical accounts and literary works, contributing significantly to cross-cultural understanding and historical awareness.