Holocaust fiction is critical, ‘Tattooist of Auschwitz’ author Heather Morris tells JC event
In a discussion with Rob Rinder, the novelist said storytelling had a vital role to play in the fight against antisemitism
Assessment
Heather Morris is making a case for fiction as a tool against antisemitism, not just entertainment. The debate over Holocaust representation often pits historical accuracy against narrative accessibility. Morris argues storytelling reaches audiences that facts alone cannot. Watch whether this position draws criticism from historians who worry fiction distorts memory, or gains traction as antisemitism rises.