The Dreyfus Story

By Richard Walden Hale

Book Overview

The Dreyfus Story by Richard W. Hale is a non-fiction account of the infamous Dreyfus Affair that took place in France in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book chronicles the story of Alfred Dreyfus, a Jewish captain in the French army who was falsely accused of passing military secrets to the Germans. Hale provides a detailed account of the events leading up to Dreyfus's conviction, including the anti-Semitic attitudes prevalent in French society at the time. He also explores the political and social implications of the case, which divided France and sparked international outrage. The book delves into the legal proceedings that followed Dreyfus's conviction, including his subsequent trial and eventual pardon. Hale also examines the role played by key figures in the case, such as �����mile Zola, who famously published an open letter in defense of Dreyfus. Overall, The Dreyfus Story offers a comprehensive and engaging look at one of the most significant episodes in French history, shedding light on the complex social and political forces at play during this tumultuous period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116358522X
• ISBN13: 9781163585221
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 74 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"