The Officers' Camp

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Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative follows Caro, a young officer from Florence, and his fellow captives as they endure the harrowing experience of being imprisoned by the advancing German army. Their surreal existence in the work camps is marked by the constant threat of death and despair, with their humanity dwindling as they are relocated to increasingly dire conditions. Amidst the suffering, their only solace comes from vivid discussions about food and the sharing of intricate recipes, serving as a lifeline to their fading hope.