Publisher's Synopsis
The Letters of Captain Dreyfus to His Wife is a collection of personal correspondences written by Captain Alfred Dreyfus, a French army officer who was falsely accused of treason in 1894. The book features letters that Dreyfus wrote to his wife, Lucie, during his imprisonment on Devil's Island in French Guiana, where he was sentenced to life in prison for a crime he did not commit.The letters offer a glimpse into the emotional turmoil that Dreyfus experienced during his unjust imprisonment, as well as his unwavering love and devotion to his wife and family. They also provide insight into the harsh conditions of Devil's Island and the psychological toll it took on Dreyfus.The book includes a preface by Dreyfus's granddaughter, Yael Perl-Rosenthal, who provides historical context and background information on the Dreyfus Affair, a political scandal that rocked France at the turn of the 20th century. The affair involved anti-Semitic accusations and a cover-up by the French military, and Dreyfus's wrongful conviction became a symbol of injustice and persecution.Overall, The Letters of Captain Dreyfus to His Wife is a poignant and powerful testament to the human spirit in the face of adversity, as well as a significant historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in French history.1899. With portraits. These are the letters of the French army officer who was the subject of the Dreyfus Affair to his wife, written during the period of his misfortunes. Dreyfus was arrested in 1894 for treason. He was charged with giving military secrets to Germany. However his conviction was based on circumstantial evidence. Dreyfus was framed. While he suffered on Devils Island new evidence came about that indicated his innocence and nothing was done about it. His cause was greatly helped when Emile Zola wrote an open letter under the headline J'Accuse, accusing the army of covering up its errors in making the case. Dreyfus was eventually pardoned and went on to serve in World War I.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.
