In the beginning of "Night," Elie is a very innocent child and he's very involved with his religion, Judaism. ... In the beginning of the book we see Elie as a young boy deeply interested in learning the teachings of his religion. By the middle of this book all the faith Elie has in God is no where to be seen. ... Elie begins very involved with his religion, taking classes in the day and night to learn more. ... The lost of faith in these three things, innocence, family and God, all contribute to the emotional death of Elie at the end of the book. ...

• Word Count: 1209
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

Night: Critical Analysis Essay on Elie's Relationship with his Father The Book Night begins in a small town, Sighet, in Transylvania. The narrator/author of the book is Elie Wiesel. ... Night occurs in the 1940s when Hitler has begun to invade Hungry and slowly takes over Sighet and deports Elie and his family. ... Towards the end of the book Elie begins to feel that his father is a burden and consequently feel's guilt because of this. ... After the air raid Elie searches for his father, but does not really care. ...

• Word Count: 953
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School