Publisher's Synopsis
""Told In A French Garden: August, 1914"" is a historical novel written by Mildred Aldrich and published in 1916. The story is set in France during the early days of World War I, specifically in August 1914. The narrative follows the lives of several French families who are caught up in the chaos and turmoil of the war. The main character, Madame Lef�����vre, lives in a small village in northern France and is forced to flee her home with her family when the Germans invade. The novel is told from the perspective of Madame Lef�����vre as she struggles to keep her family safe and find refuge in the midst of the war. The setting of the story is a beautiful French garden, which serves as a symbol of hope and resilience in the face of destruction and devastation. The novel is a poignant and emotional portrayal of the impact of war on ordinary people and their communities. It is a powerful reminder of the human cost of conflict and the importance of compassion and solidarity in times of crisis.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.