It's sad to see Elie's father pass away when freedom was so close. Obviously it would have taken a lot of strength to get there and I just don't think he had the will to survive anymore. It's amazing that he lasted that long after all the beatings and work and starvation. There's this TV show I watch called The 100 and when one of their people dies, someone whispers I'm their ear, "Your fight is over." Although it's sad that Elie's father died, his suffering has ended and that's a beautiful thing. Although it seemed harsh that Elie felt relieved, I think it's completely understandable.
I agree. I think Elie had very conflicting emotions at the time of his fathers death because he wanted to survive himself. He obviously mourned his father's passing, but at the same time he knew it was a weight lifted off his shoulders.
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