The Assault

The Assault by Harry Mulisch is now available in Morocco exclusively at Mabooko, your trusted online bookstore for original English literature. This internationally acclaimed masterpiece of historical fiction explores the devastating long-term effects of a single violent incident during the final days of World War II in occupied Holland.

Table of Contents

• Synopsis
• Why Read This Book
• About Harry Mulisch
• Shipping & Delivery in Morocco

Synopsis

Set in January 1945, The Assault opens on a cold night in Haarlem when twelve-year-old Anton Steenwijk witnesses the assassination of a notorious Nazi collaborator. In the chaotic hours that follow, neighbors move the body in front of the Steenwijk home, leading German forces to retaliate by executing Anton’s entire family and burning their house to the ground. Only Anton survives.

The novel follows Anton across five episodes spanning from 1945 to 1981, as he becomes an anesthesiologist, marries twice, and attempts to build a normal life while suppressing the trauma of that horrific night. Through chance encounters with others connected to the incident, Anton gradually pieces together the truth about what really happened—and why. The Assault Morocco readers will find themselves drawn into this profound meditation on guilt, innocence, and the lasting scars of war.

Why Read This Book

Winner of multiple international awards and adapted into an Oscar-winning film, The Assault stands as one of the most important works of Dutch literature. Mulisch’s unflinching examination of moral complexity during wartime creates a psychological thriller that resonates deeply with questions of accountability and human nature. The novel’s exploration of how trauma shapes a life across decades offers timeless insights that remain powerfully relevant today.

Perfect For Readers Who Enjoy:

• Historical fiction set during World War II
• Psychological thrillers with deep character development
• Literary fiction that examines moral ambiguity
• Stories about the long-term impact of trauma
• International classics and award-winning literature

About Harry Mulisch

Harry Mulisch (1927-2010) is considered one of the “Great Three” of Dutch postwar literature. Born to a Jewish mother and an Austrian father who collaborated with the Nazis, Mulisch’s complex personal history deeply informed his writing. The Assault made his international reputation and was translated into over two dozen languages, cementing his status as a master storyteller who could transform historical events into profound human dramas.

Shipping & Delivery in Morocco

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