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Book Synopsis: The Algerian War of Independence (1954–62), also known as the Algerian Revolution, was a messy and vicious conflict between France and the Algerian National Liberation Front. Waged primarily in Algeria, it severely traumatized citizens on both sides of the Mediterranean, and it continues to have a troubled legacy to this day. Inspired by real events, this poignantly narrated and beautifully illustrated graphic novel tells the story of this confrontation through female protagonists.
Algériennes follows the investigative efforts of Beatrice, the daughter of a French-Algerian War veteran. Beatrice’s father was never able to talk about what he had experienced during the war. Wanting to know more about this part of her family’s history, Beatrice sets off on a voyage of discovery that eventually leads her to Algiers. Along the way, she meets women who recount their experiences during the war. Saïda was a child who made a harrowing escape with her family to France, only to end up in an internment camp. Djamila was a mujahidate rebel who fought alongside the men and witnessed firsthand the barbarity of war. Bernadette was a French woman who refused to leave Algeria after the conflict ended and was ostracized as a pied-noir. Malika was a terrorist bomber fighting on the side of the resistance. Over the course of the narrative, their stories intersect and complete one another, resulting in a powerful and moving picture of what both women and men lived through during the Algerian Revolution—and a clearer understanding of why these events have been, for so many, nearly impossible to discuss.
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Discover the untold stories of the Algerian Revolution with Algériennes: The Forgotten Women of the Algerian Revolution. This gripping graphic novel delves into the messy and brutal conflict that took place between France and the Algerian National Liberation Front. Through the eyes of courageous female protagonists, this poignantly narrated and beautifully illustrated book brings to life the forgotten narratives of those who experienced this troubled period firsthand.
Join Beatrice, the daughter of a French-Algerian War veteran, as she embarks on a journey to uncover her family's history. Inspired by her father's silence, Beatrice sets off on a discovery that takes her to Algiers. Along the way, she encounters remarkable women who share their stories of survival during the war.
Meet Saïda, a young girl who managed a harrowing escape to France, only to find herself in an internment camp. Discover Djamila's experiences as a mujahidate rebel who fought alongside men and witnessed the horrors of war firsthand. Learn about Bernadette, a courageous French woman who defied societal expectations and stayed in Algeria after the conflict's end. And finally, understand the perspective of Malika, a terrorist bomber who fought for the resistance.
As each woman's story intertwines with Beatrice's journey, Algériennes offers a profound and moving account of the Algerian Revolution. This graphic novel presents a clearer understanding of the lived experiences of both women and men during this tumultuous period of history. Dive into this captivating narrative and gain insights into why these events have remained taboo for so long.
Uncover the forgotten stories that shape the legacy of the Algerian Revolution. Order Algériennes: The Forgotten Women of the Algerian Revolution and embark on a powerful journey through history. Click here to order now.
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