HHhH: A Historical Novel on the Assassination of Reinhard Heydrich
"HHhH" is a historical novel by French author Laurent Binet, first published in 2010. The title stands for "Himmler's Brain is called Heydrich," referring to Reinhard Heydrich, a high-ranking Nazi official. The book details the planning and execution of Operation Anthropoid, in which Czechoslovak paratroopers Jozef Gabčík and Jan Kubiš assassinated Heydrich in Prague on May 27, 1942. Binet intertwines the narrative of this historical event with his own experiences and research, exploring the challenges of writing about history while also engaging with literary figures such as Alexandre Dumas and Victor Hugo. The novel received the Prix Goncourt for "Premier Roman" and has been adapted into a film titled "L'uomo dal cuore di ferro," released in 2017.
- Title: HHhH
- Author: Laurent Binet
- Original Publication: 2010
- Genre: Historical novel
- Key Event: Assassination of Reinhard Heydrich
- Awards: Prix Goncourt (2010)
- Film Adaptation: "L'uomo dal cuore di ferro" (2017)
What does HHhH stand for?
HHhH stands for "Himmler's Brain is called Heydrich," referring to Reinhard Heydrich, a prominent Nazi official.
What is the main event described in the book?
The book narrates the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich by Czechoslovak paratroopers Jozef Gabčík and Jan Kubiš during Operation Anthropoid on May 27, 1942.
What awards did the novel HHhH receive?
The novel won the Prix Goncourt in the "Premier Roman" category in 2010.