The Festival (Flash Fiction)
short about Hitler's birthday32 total reviews
Comment from patcelaw
This is quite well written, and I very much enjoyed listening to it. It is a shame that the people of Germany were that brainwashed and that afraid of that awful man. Your story flows very well when read aloud. Patricia.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2024
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This is quite well written, and I very much enjoyed listening to it. It is a shame that the people of Germany were that brainwashed and that afraid of that awful man. Your story flows very well when read aloud. Patricia.
Comment Written 29-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2024
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Thank you. It was a terrible time back then. Hopefully, history won't repeat itself. Gretchen
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Well done.
And so goes America today. People wearing the red hats with the stupid, inane words of MAGA, an appeal to the days of bondage of all to the delights of the few.
I will not wave the flag.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2024
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Well done.
And so goes America today. People wearing the red hats with the stupid, inane words of MAGA, an appeal to the days of bondage of all to the delights of the few.
I will not wave the flag.
Comment Written 29-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2024
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Thank you, Wayne, for the six and the heartfelt review. I do love our messed up little country. Gretchen
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
That was so well written, Gretchen. I could understand why she didn't want to cheer for him but at the same time I could understand her husbands determination to make her. I am sure it's a bit like some of the Russian people today. Many are scared of Putin, knowing to voice their hatred would be dangerous, others who are fanatics and love what Putin would turn on their best friends if they criticised the man, much like the Nazi members did. The world doesn't change much, does it, my friend. Well done my friend. :) Sandra
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2024
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That was so well written, Gretchen. I could understand why she didn't want to cheer for him but at the same time I could understand her husbands determination to make her. I am sure it's a bit like some of the Russian people today. Many are scared of Putin, knowing to voice their hatred would be dangerous, others who are fanatics and love what Putin would turn on their best friends if they criticised the man, much like the Nazi members did. The world doesn't change much, does it, my friend. Well done my friend. :) Sandra
Comment Written 29-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2024
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No. We certainly don't seem to learn from our mistakes. Thank you for this. Gretchen
Comment from Wendy G
You have painted a frightening scenario with your words - and unfortunately this sort of situation is not an isolated one in world history. It brings up the question of where to find the line between following what one believes to be right and the compromise which will avoid certain death. Very well done. You force the reader to think of these ethical questions and the power of those who enforce allegiance.
Wendy
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2024
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You have painted a frightening scenario with your words - and unfortunately this sort of situation is not an isolated one in world history. It brings up the question of where to find the line between following what one believes to be right and the compromise which will avoid certain death. Very well done. You force the reader to think of these ethical questions and the power of those who enforce allegiance.
Wendy
Comment Written 29-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2024
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Thank you so much. History changes the names and locations but always seem to use the same script. I appreciate your feedback. Gretchen
Comment from Sanku
This is a well written piece and a historical fiction. You have pertrayed the helplessness of many a German citizen during Hitler's time. Principlles or one's life? I have a feeling modern Hitlers are lurkng somewhere..
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2024
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This is a well written piece and a historical fiction. You have pertrayed the helplessness of many a German citizen during Hitler's time. Principlles or one's life? I have a feeling modern Hitlers are lurkng somewhere..
Comment Written 29-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2024
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There are many like him out there. Reward the idiots who believe and then get them to do your dirty work. Rinse and repeat. Thank you for this. Gretchen
Comment from Cecilia A Heiskary
Gretchen,
What a great story if not sad. It is too bad people had to act like they adored that evil man or face the consequences. Adolf Hitler was an evil man and hopefully he is burning in Hell right now.
Well done
Cecilia
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2024
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Gretchen,
What a great story if not sad. It is too bad people had to act like they adored that evil man or face the consequences. Adolf Hitler was an evil man and hopefully he is burning in Hell right now.
Well done
Cecilia
Comment Written 28-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2024
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No doubt he is. I'm reading Anne Frank right now. Eye opening. Thank you for this. Gretchen
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Gretchen,
You're welcome.
Cecilia
Comment from kahpot
For me personally I think you have told a story that not many would know
(I surely did not think this) I now have the image of this man turning on his own people, very well written, best wishes for your contest****kahpot
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2024
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For me personally I think you have told a story that not many would know
(I surely did not think this) I now have the image of this man turning on his own people, very well written, best wishes for your contest****kahpot
Comment Written 28-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2024
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Thank you. He was a maniac. I'm glad you enjoyed the story. Gretchen
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
So tragic the way the people were intimidated and oppressed in this way. Marguerite's response conveys the horror of it all in simple but effective dialogue. I don't know if you intended to write Adolf(o)? Also (c)ool picture. And in the story - Everywhere (one word). Thank you for sharing your excellent piece, Gretchen. Take care Debbie
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2024
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So tragic the way the people were intimidated and oppressed in this way. Marguerite's response conveys the horror of it all in simple but effective dialogue. I don't know if you intended to write Adolf(o)? Also (c)ool picture. And in the story - Everywhere (one word). Thank you for sharing your excellent piece, Gretchen. Take care Debbie
Comment Written 28-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2024
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Thank you for reading this old story. I appreciate the nice review. Gretchen
Comment from EMB
Yes. Indeed there were many Germans whose hearts were in the right place, but they were too frightened to do the right thing. This reminded me of my recent reading of Slaughterhouse Five.
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2014
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Yes. Indeed there were many Germans whose hearts were in the right place, but they were too frightened to do the right thing. This reminded me of my recent reading of Slaughterhouse Five.
Comment Written 07-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2014
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Thanks for the great review and the reminder of the great classic. Gretchen
Comment from Tatarka2
I thought this was very powerful. I congratulate on your unique and thought-provoking choice of subject. I do think it works as a flash, but I had the feeling the ending could be sharper, somehow - take us just a little closer to the edge before your end the story. (Maybe an SS officer notices Marguerite dropping the flag & stars toward her - something like that).
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2014
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I thought this was very powerful. I congratulate on your unique and thought-provoking choice of subject. I do think it works as a flash, but I had the feeling the ending could be sharper, somehow - take us just a little closer to the edge before your end the story. (Maybe an SS officer notices Marguerite dropping the flag & stars toward her - something like that).
Comment Written 29-Jan-2014
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2014
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thank you for the great review and the positive feedback. Gretchen