9781330874516 - Alsace in Rust and Gold (Classic Reprint) de O'shaughnessy, Edith (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This unique and fascinating book captures the author's transformative personal journey through the tumultuous and historic landscape of Alsace in the final days of World War I. Alsace, a contested borderland between France and Germany, took on a profound symbolic significance in the war. The author, an American woman, witnesses first-hand the complex negotiations and shifting allegiances as the region transitions from German occupation to French control. She immerses herself in the lives of the local population, from high-ranking military officials to common villagers, gaining intimate insights into their dreams, fears, and aspirations. The author's eloquent prose and keen observations uncover the profound human stories within the grand sweep of history. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricacies of war, the challenges of national redefinition, and the enduring power of the human spirit. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.