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,gives an interesting perspective on Eva Braun that contrasts with the
typical historical understanding. On the night that Bruno's family is expected to have "the
Fury" over for dinner, Bruno's father is very on edge. He expects for Bruno and Gretel to
be on their best behavior and to stay in their room while the adults eat dinner. They are not to
speak unless spoken to, but are to answer respectfully if they are. With all this build up,
Bruno thinks that the Fury must be an impressive man indeed. When it is finally time to meet
him, Bruno is sorely disappointed. He is, however, completely enamored with the Fury's
companion, who Bruno knows only as Eva.
The first thing that Bruno notices
about Eva is how much taller she seems in comparison to the Fury. He immediately is struck by
her, calling her "the most beautiful woman in the world." While the Fury completely
ignores Bruno, Eva stays to talk to the children for a short period of time, until the Fury
snaps at her to join him at the table. In a moment of cool defiance, Eva rolls her eyes and bids
the children farewell. Bruno does not care for the Fury at all, and Eva's beauty and
unwillingness to conform to the former's every whim makes her seem almost
divine.
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