Publisher's Synopsis
The Conscript: A Story of the French War of 1813 is a historical novel written by the French author duo Erckmann-Chatrian. The book is set during the Napoleonic Wars and follows the story of a young French peasant named Jean-Baptiste who is conscripted into the army and sent to fight in Germany. As Jean-Baptiste navigates the harsh realities of war, he becomes disillusioned with the cause he is fighting for and begins to question the morality of the conflict. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters, including fellow soldiers and civilians, who each have their own perspectives on the war and its impact on their lives.The Conscript is a powerful exploration of the human cost of war, as well as a commentary on the political and social upheaval of the early 19th century. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of battle scenes and its nuanced portrayal of the complex emotions and motivations of its characters. Overall, The Conscript is a gripping and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in history, war, and the human experience.1900. Illustrated. Erckmann-Chatrian, pseudonym of Emile Erckmann and Alexandre Chatrian, write about how poor Joseph Bertha, the narrator of this affecting and exciting story, is snatched away from his betrothed and his peaceful trade by the conscription. His individual experiences in the campaign are as interesting, from the point of view of romance, as their representative nature and his shrewd and simple reflections upon them are historically and philanthropically relevant.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.
