Les condamnés politiques en Nouvelle-Calédonie: Récit de deux évadés by Grousset et al.
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Jourde, François, 1846?-1893
French
"Les condamnés politiques en Nouvelle-Calédonie: Récit de deux évadés" by Paschal Grousset and Fr. Jourde is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the experiences of political prisoners who were deported to New Caledonia following the brutal suppression of the Paris Commune in 1871. It provides harrowing testimo...
period. At the start of the account, the authors recount the aftermath of the Paris Commune and the subsequent fate of thousands of political prisoners. Grousset and Jourde detail their transport to the prison in New Caledonia, highlighting the mistreatment, harsh living conditions, and the psychological toll that the experience inflicted upon them. They vividly describe their confinement, inadequate provisions, and the stark realities of their new environment, painting a bleak picture of life under deportation. Their narrative sets the stage for a broader discussion on the political and social injustices of that era, aimed at evoking empathy and outrage among readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Paul White
2 months agoMake no mistake, the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Matthew Nelson
4 months agoMake no mistake, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. A true masterpiece of its kind.
Ethan Lee
5 months agoTo be perfectly clear, it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. It was exactly what I needed right now.
Liam Rodriguez
3 months agoOnce I started reading, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. Simply brilliant.
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Donna Wright
4 months agoBelieve the hype, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. I learned so much from this.