 The story in the second part of the book is narrated by Harry Liebenau, and consists of letters from him addressed to his cousin Tulla.This part of the story occurs during the war period, when Amsel collects vast numbers of S.A. uniforms, and dresses his scarecrows in them.He also persuades his childhood friend Walter to become a member of the S.A., in order to help him obtain the uniforms.