Dramatic narrative voices: Offers authentic perspectives from the inhabitants of Caillasse for a rich, immersive reading experience
Social and historical context: Explores themes of struggle, identity, and community in a contemporary setting
Award-winning author: Written by laureate of the Soleil des Scorta Prize and Goncourt 2004
Publication by Actes Sud: Ensures high-quality literary production and distribution
Summarized by Shop
LE CHOEUR DES HABITANTS DE LA VILLE. (...)
Caillasse,
Tu vas te battre,
Tu sais le faire,
Mais pas comme une bête,
Pas comme un voleur de ruines.
Les pierres, tout autour de toi, te parlent de nous,
De nos combats,
Tu vas te battre.
Et si tu te souviens de nous,
Si tu te souviens de tout,
Il y aura de la joie,
Le jour béni où,