Years later, while Michael is a law student, he is shocked to find Hanna as a defendant in a war crimes trial. She is accused of being an SS guard who allowed Jewish prisoners to perish in a burning church. During the trial, Michael discovers a critical secret: Hanna is illiterate. She is so ashamed of this that she falsely confesses to writing a report to avoid being forced to read or write in court, a confession that leads to a much harsher prison sentence than she might otherwise have received. Key Elements and Themes
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