02624cam a22003133u 4500 34957 UtSlPG 20260610133810.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PQ Bazin, René, 1853-1932 The children of Alsace Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-01-14 Produced by Hélène de Mink and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "The Children of Alsace" by René Bazin is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the divided region of Alsace, where the main character, Jean Oberlé, confronts the complexities of his identity and family against the backdrop of Alsace’s troubled history under German rule. The narrative delves into themes of loyalty, national identity, and the impact of political strife on familial relationships, particularly focusing on the tensions between Jean, who embodies the spirit of Alsace, and his family members who have assimilated into German society. The opening of the novel introduces us to the peaceful yet poignant landscape of Alsace through the eyes of M. Ulrich Biehler, who is returning home after a day spent in the forest. As he walks through the moonlit woods, his thoughts reflect a deep connection to the land that contrasts sharply with the reality of being a Frenchman in a German-occupied territory. We are soon introduced to Jean Oberlé, who arrives home after years of study in Germany and is determined to embrace his roots and contribute to his homeland. The dynamics in the Oberlé family are immediately apparent, with Jean's uncle, M. Ulrich, expressing pride in the young man’s dedication to his heritage, while his father, Joseph Oberlé, represents a voice of compromise with the German administration. This tension sets the stage for a compelling exploration of love for one’s land and the struggles of a family torn by conflicting allegiances. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Families -- Fiction Alsace (France) -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34957 75802 75802