The Siege Of Berlin And Other Stories

By Alphonse Daudet

Book Overview

The Siege of Berlin and Other Stories is a collection of short stories written by French author Alphonse Daudet. The book includes eleven stories, each with its own unique plot and characters. The title story, The Siege of Berlin, is set during the Franco-Prussian War and follows a group of French soldiers as they attempt to survive a brutal winter in Berlin. Other stories in the collection include The Last Class, which explores the theme of education and the loss of cultural identity, and The Three Low Masses, which tells the story of a young priest struggling with his faith. Daudet's writing is known for its vivid descriptions and emotional depth, and these stories are no exception. The Siege of Berlin and Other Stories is a timeless collection that offers insight into the human condition and the complexities of life.Father Stenne was so fond of his boy He was so happy in the afternoon, after school, when the little fellow came for him and they made together the circuit of the paths, stopping at each bench to salute the occupants and to answer their kind words.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: 141918248X
• ISBN13: 9781419182488
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.2"