The novel tells the story of a group of French peasants who resist Napoleon's rule and fight against his army during the winter of 1813-14. The narrative focuses on the struggles and hardships faced by the peasants, their daily lives, and their acts of bravery and defiance in the face of overwhelming odds.
By Erckmann-Chatrian · First published 1862 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Adventure · 28 chapters