The World Is Made of Glass by Morris West centres on a successful psychiatrist in post-war Europe who is asked to treat a troubled and enigmatic woman connected to powerful political figures and the lingering shadows of Nazi Germany. As he becomes increasingly involved in her life, he is drawn into a complex web of psychological trauma, buried secrets, moral conflict, and questions about guilt and responsibility in the aftermath of war. The novel blends political intrigue with emotional and philosophical themes, exploring how the past continues to shape both individuals and society.