Theodor Meron, a survivor of the Jewish ghetto in southern Poland during the Holocaust, narrowly escaped execution as a teenager and was forced into a German labor camp. Despite losing most of his family to the Nazis, Meron pursued education and became a leading international lawyer, dedicating his life to preventing atrocities and ensuring accountability for war crimes. His legal career spanned roles from advising the Israeli government to presiding over major international tribunals, where he helped establish new principles in the prosecution of genocide and war crimes. Meron's memoir reflects on the enduring impact of the Holocaust, the complexities of international justice, and his unwavering commitment to human rights, emphasizing the importance of impartiality and fairness in global courts. His work continues to influence the pursuit of justice for victims of war crimes worldwide.