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2006-02-01
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Barnard, Charles Inman
1850
1942
Paris War Days: Diary of an American
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"Paris War Days: Diary of an American" by Charles Inman Barnard is a historical account written during the early 20th century, specifically amidst the onset of World War I. The book serves as a diary that reflects the atmosphere, sentiments, and daily occurrences in Paris as the French nation gears up for war against Germany, following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and a series of escalating tensions. Barnard, an American journalist and correspondent, chronicles the city’s response to mobilization, the fervor of patriotism, and the transformations occurring in both societal structure and daily life. The opening of this diary reveals Barnard's observations as war looms on the horizon in the summer of 1914. He describes the palpable tension in Paris, characterized by public enthusiasm and trepidation, as well as the night of Jaurès' assassination, which he notes brought a sense of unity among the French citizens, putting aside political divides in favor of national solidarity. Early entries detail the mobilization of troops, with mornings filled with the sounds of soldiers preparing for war, while the city becomes a mix of military activity and the anxieties of civilians, including stolen moments of normalcy amidst chaos. As he captures the movements of reservists, the burgeoning role of women in the absence of men, and the emotional stakes for families, Barnard's diary serves as a poignant historical document reflecting a transitional moment in Paris before the full impact of war would be felt. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 61.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives
Paris (France) -- History -- 1914-1918
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World War I
Category: Biographies
Category: History - European
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
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