Jewish Book Festival: Jack Fairweather – The Prosecutor

Dive into the incredible history of Fritz Bauer, a gay, Jewish judge from Stuttgart who survived the Nazis and made it his mission to force his countrymen to confront their complicity in the genocide.

In The Prosecutor: One Man’s Battle to Bring Nazis to Justice, award-winning journalist Jack Fairweather brings to life the extraordinary journey of Bauer whose moral clarity and tireless pursuit of justice helped shape the postwar world. From uncovering evidence of Nazi atrocities to becoming a foundational voice in international human rights law, Bauer’s legacy is a powerful reminder of the impact one determined individual can make.

Don’t miss this compelling conversation about justice, memory, and the enduring fight against impunity.

In Partnership with the St. Louis County Library