02228cam a22003133u 4500 67867 UtSlPG 20260610134552.0 m cr n 260607r20221916utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Aicard, Jean, 1848-1921 Le Témoin: 1914-1916 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2022-04-18 Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)) "Le Témoin: 1914-1916" by Jean Aicard is a poetic work written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in the context of World War I, exploring themes of suffering, hope, and the human condition amidst the backdrop of war. The opening portion sets the tone with contemplative reflections on life, love, and mortality, conveyed through the encounter between a weary traveler and an insightful old man who carries the memories of humanity's past. At the start of the work, we are introduced to a somber scene where a traveler, filled with doubt and fatigue, meets a beggar who embodies the weight of human suffering. The two engage in a profound conversation about the nature of pain, love, and existence as they navigate a desolate landscape. The old man reveals his lifelong journey as a 'witness' to the tragedies and triumphs of humanity, emphasizing a perspective that balances despair with the potential for hope. This dialogue not only reflects the personal struggles of the characters but also foreshadows the broader existential questions that will be examined throughout the narrative as the horrors of war rage on. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: France: Ernest Flammarion, 1916 World War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry https://gallica.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/bpt6k6118462p https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67867 108689 108689