Nazi and Psychiatrist

When hearts make room for hatred, evil will sneak through the veins...

Captured at the end of World War II, Hermann Göring is one of the extraordinary Nazi leaders who arrived at a US interrogation center in Luxembourg with sixteen suitcases. Their suitcases contain medals, precious stones, two cigar clippers, silk underwear, a hot water bottle and a million dollars in cash. The potassium cyanide in small ampoules hidden in a coffee can and in the seams of Göring's clothes will play a fatal role in the story of both Göring and the psychiatrist responsible for these extraordinary Nazi leaders.

The task of investigating whether high-ranking Nazis are mentally fit to stand trial in court is given to psychiatrist Douglas M. Kelley. This is the opportunity of a lifetime. Kelley subjects Nazi prisoners to all kinds of tests and creates a huge archive by taking notes of everything he experiences and collecting samples during this process. Kelley is investigating another mystery apart from the duty assigned to him by the army:

Are there any common psychological and characteristic features that distinguish Nazis from other people? Is there a Nazi "virus" or does every human being have the potential to cause such atrocities?

While searching for answers to these questions, Kelley unknowingly established an intimate and internalized relationship with Göring, a more dominant character among the prisoners. Kelley is already caught in the master manipulator's spider web. The process he spent with the Nazis will lead him to a turbulent life in various ways. The fate of the psychiatrist and Göring's departure from the world stage are unforgettable.

“The young US Army psychiatrist, Dr. Jack El-Hai tells the chilling story of Douglas Kelley and his secret research on Nazi leader Hermann Göring in a heartbreaking language that masterfully delves into the depths of evil... A truly fascinating book.”

-Gilbert King-

“The unique relationship between a prison doctor and one of the Third Reich's highest-ranking officials… El-Hai's thrilling story opens a chilling chapter in American history and provides an unsettling reflection on the machinations of evil.”

-Kirkus Reviews-

“Jack El-Hai's biography of army psychiatrist Douglas Kelley offers a compelling perspective on the trial that awaited high-ranking Nazis and reveals the dangerous power of intimacy with the devil.”

-Minneapolis Star Tribune-

“A moving psychodrama, based on deep research, about an ambitious American army psychiatrist who enters into a sick and dangerous relationship with Hermann Göring, one of the most terrible criminals in history, Adolf Hitler's right-hand man... The story of their terrible intertwined destinies reflects both the mentality of the Nazis and the spirit of evil.” It opens a fascinating window into nature. “It's definitely an interesting book.”

-Debby Applegate-

“The impressive historical story of journalist El-Hai raises questions about humanity's capacity to cause harm… In this thoroughly intriguing story, El-Hai finds no obvious contrast between the jocular war criminal and the ambitious and conscious psychiatrist.”

-Publishers Weekly-

(From the Promotional Bulletin)

Translation: Tolga Yalur

Paste Type: 2nd Edition Number

of Printings: 1st Edition

First Printing Year: 2017

Number of Pages: 352

Size: 14x21

Media Type: Paperback