French Crime Fiction and the Second World War

Past Crimes, Present Memories

Auteurs

• Claire Gorrara

Séries

• Histoire Culturelle de la Guerre Moderne

Paramètres

• 160 pages
• 6 heures de lecture

• À propos de la littérature
• Art / Culture
• Histoire
• Histoire du monde
• Sciences sociales

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Focusing on the interplay between crime fiction and historical memory, this book examines how French crime novels reflect and shape perceptions of the Second World War. By analyzing works from the late 1940s to the 2000s, it reveals how this popular literary genre serves as a lens for understanding the complexities of France's wartime experiences and the cultural memories surrounding the Occupation. The study highlights the dynamic relationship between official narratives and popular interpretations of this contested period in French history.

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• Année de publication: 2012
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