Oncle Hansi - L'Alsace Heureuse - 1919

Splendid edition richly illustrated by Hansi of this work, at once didactic and sentimental, addressed to young readers while paying homage to the culture and history of Alsace -

The author blends tales, illustrations and anecdotes to evoke the country’s major events, its traditions, its fêtes, its landscapes and the sufferings endured by the region through conflicts, while celebrating the moments of joy and prosperity that have shaped Alsatian identity -

The texts are designed to be accessible and captivating, inviting children to understand the complexities of local history through simple and vivid stories, where the daily life of the inhabitants and the beauty of the territory are highlighted -

The characteristic illustrations by Hansi, full of color and detail, enhance the book’s appeal and allow us to visualize the customs, costumes and emblematic places of Alsace, while bringing to life the emotions described in the narrative -

The work blends pedagogy and sensitivity, conveying to younger generations a sense of regional pride, the memory of past hardships and the celebration of cultural riches, while cultivating love for heritage and curiosity about local stories -

Uncle Hansi (Jean-Jacques Waltz) - L'Alsace Heureuse, la grande pitié du pays d'Alsace et son grand bonheur racontés aux petits enfants - SD (Circa 1919) - H. Floury -
63 Pages.

Good binding, the work in its full original illustrated hard cover, binding under protective cellophane, wear and small stains from use, red edges, plain spine, superb color engraving on the covers, front cover titled -

Good interior condition, the work enriched with a titled-engraved and numerous and beautiful color engravings (sad and cheerful images) in color both in and out of text, blue endpapers in good condition -

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