Les gosses dans les ruines: Idylle de guerre by Paul Gsell

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Creator Gsell, Paul, 1870-1947
Illustrator Poulbot, Francisque, 1879-1946
Title Les gosses dans les ruines: Idylle de guerre
Credits Produced by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http://www.pgdp.net, Music transcribed by Linda Cantoni.
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Summary "Les gosses dans les ruines: Idylle de guerre" by Paul Gsell is a dramatic work likely written in the early 20th century, around the time of World War I. This book combines elements of theater with poignant themes, depicting the experiences of children in a war-torn village. It explores the impact of war not only on adults but also on the innocent lives of children and how they navigate their fears and hopes amidst destruction. The narrative centers around the aftermath of the war in a village of the Somme, where children, separated from their families, look for reassurance in a landscape filled with ruins. As the adult characters grapple with their losses and trauma, the young characters display resilience and imagination, engaging in play that reflects their understanding of the war through mimicry and innocence. The arrival of French and English soldiers brings a moment of joy and hope for the community, especially when they see family members reunited. The work ultimately emphasizes the enduring spirit of children even in the face of adversity, and it showcases the importance of rebuilding both homes and lives after the devastation of conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Drama
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- France -- Drama
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Children -- France -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 39774
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 20, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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