English & Literature

Irony in Elie Weisel's Night

What is the irony in the statement: "How well they were treating me! Like an orphan! I thought: even now, my father is still helping me." Elie Weisel's Night

How does the irony create a depressing and fearful mood?

Asked by ivyrosa on 14 Oct 20:23

Last updated by Cat on 14 Oct 23:18

1 Answers

Answered by Cat on 14 Oct 23:18

Even though Elie's father is dead, he is still helped by him. Others are giving him an easier time because of his father's death.