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Set against the backdrop of colonial Algeria in July 1881, Maupassant's journey reveals the harsh realities faced by the land and its people under the oppressive sun and French rule. He finds solace in the desert's light while critiquing the absurdities of colonialism, showcasing his talent as a political reporter. This work, a complete English translation of his travel book "Au soleil," includes additional fragments that enrich the narrative and provide critical insights into his observations and experiences during this tumultuous period.
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To the Sun, Guy de Maupassant
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- 2008
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- Title
- To the Sun
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Guy de Maupassant
- Publisher
- Duchy of Lambeth
- Publisher
- 2008
- Format
- Hardcover with dust jacket
- Pages
- 204
- ISBN13
- 9780955852503
- Category
- Maps and Travel
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of colonial Algeria in July 1881, Maupassant's journey reveals the harsh realities faced by the land and its people under the oppressive sun and French rule. He finds solace in the desert's light while critiquing the absurdities of colonialism, showcasing his talent as a political reporter. This work, a complete English translation of his travel book "Au soleil," includes additional fragments that enrich the narrative and provide critical insights into his observations and experiences during this tumultuous period.