'Amokläufer' Summary

On a ship journey from Calcutta to Europe in 1912, a doctor encounters a woman seeking a secret abortion. Initially refusing to perform the procedure for money, he instead proposes a sexual exchange, fueled by an attraction to her haughty demeanor. Repulsed, she leaves, but the doctor, driven by a mix of infatuation and a sense of responsibility, pursues her. He discovers that she plans to seek an unsafe abortion, potentially putting her life at risk. Caught in a tangle of desire, guilt, and moral conflict, the doctor struggles to find a way to intervene before tragedy strikes. The story explores the complexities of human nature, the consequences of unchecked passion, and the ethical dilemmas faced by individuals in challenging circumstances.