The Children of Alsace: (les Oberlés)

'The Children of Alsace' (Les Oberlés) is a novel by René Bazin, first published in 1901. Set in the politically divided region of Alsace, it follows Jean Oberlé as he navigates his identity and family dynamics amid German occupation. The story explores themes of loyalty, national identity, and the impact of political strife on familial relationships, particularly the tensions between Jean and his family members who have assimilated into German society.