Publisher's Synopsis
The Dreyfus Affair by Jacques Kayser is a comprehensive account of one of the most infamous political scandals in French history. The book explores the case of Alfred Dreyfus, a French army officer who was falsely accused of selling military secrets to Germany in 1894. The accusation was based on flimsy evidence and fueled by anti-Semitic sentiments prevalent in French society at the time.The book delves into the complex web of political intrigue, corruption, and cover-ups that surrounded the case. It examines the role of key players such as Georges Picquart, the military officer who uncovered evidence of Dreyfus's innocence, and Emile Zola, the famous writer who wrote a scathing open letter denouncing the injustice of the case.Kayser provides a detailed analysis of the legal proceedings, including the military tribunals and the subsequent trials and appeals. He also explores the wider social and political context of the affair, including the rise of nationalism and anti-Semitism in France, and the impact of the case on French politics and society.Overall, The Dreyfus Affair is a meticulously researched and compelling account of a pivotal moment in French history. It sheds light on the dark underbelly of French society at the turn of the century and the struggle for justice in the face of entrenched prejudice and corruption.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.
