Alsace-Lorraine under German Rule (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. A Study of Annexation, Nationalism, and Imperial Governance in Europe's Franco-German BorderlandsBy Charles Downer Hazen
Length6h 17m
About this audiobook
Alsace-Lorraine under German Rule is a concise yet incisive historical study of the imperial province annexed by Germany after the Franco-Prussian War. Hazen examines the legal, political, linguistic, and cultural consequences of the Treaty of Frankfurt, tracing how German administration sought to absorb a population whose loyalties remained complex and often resistant. Written in lucid, argumentative prose, the book belongs to the wartime tradition of liberal historical analysis, combining documentary evidence with moral judgment about nationalism, militarism, and self-determination. Charles Downer Hazen was an American historian of modern Europe, best known for making continental political history intelligible to English-speaking readers. Trained in the scholarly habits of the late nineteenth century and writing during the First World War, he approached Alsace-Lorraine not merely as a territorial question but as a test case in the legitimacy of state power. His interest in democratic principles and European diplomacy clearly shaped his interpretation of German rule. This volume is recommended to readers interested in Franco-German relations, nationalism, imperial governance, and the origins of twentieth-century conflict. Though brief, it offers a sharp contemporary perspective on why Alsace-Lorraine became one of Europe's most symbolically charged borderlands.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length6 hrs 17 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 2, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Alsace-Lorraine under German Rule (Annotated)
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5Chapter I The Treaty of Frankfort
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6Chapter II Alsace-Lorraine Before the Treaty of Frankfort
7Chapter III Why Germany Annexed Alsace-Lorraine
8Chapter IV The Victim's Privilege
9Chapter V Alsace-Lorraine, 1871-1890
10Chapter VI Alsace-Lorraine, 1890-1911
11Chapter VII The Constitution of 1911
12Chapter VIII The Saverne Affair
13Chapter IX Conclusion
14Analysis
15Reflection
16Memorable Quotes
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