Whilefocuses on Brunos interpretation of life
in Auschwitz, which has some elements of tension, he also offers a glimpse into other characters
experiences. Overall, the novelsis tense, as the reader knows that the environment into which
Brunos family moves is not just inconvenient for them but lethal for most of the prisoners. This
type of tension crates suspense in the readers' minds, as we wonder if Bruno will also become a
victim.
One specific instance of tension is Hitlers visit. This occasion
causes tension within Brunos family, which the boy picks up on but does not completely
understand, as he only knows that Hitler is his fathers boss. Bruno has a tense personal
relationship with his sister, Gretel, who is captivated by the superficial trappings of
militarism. This tension extends into his attitudes toward the young officer, Kotler, who
fascinates Gretel but irritates Bruno. There is also tension in his relationship with his
parents, as he disregards their instructions, as well as the posted signs, and explores the
forbidden areas of the camp. The parents marriage also includes tension, as Bruno's mother
objects to the purposes of the camp and strongly desires to return to Berlin. Once Bruno
befriends Shmuel, a tense situation arises in their house when the imprisoned child appears as a
servant; the reader wonders if Bruno will speak out against Kotlers
mistreatment.
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