There was once an art critic, I have been told, who had a sure way of identifying ancient Maltese art objects: he found himself crying before them.
Lest Innocent Blood be Shed, Philip Hallie
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The story of a village in the south of France, Le Chambon-sur-Lignon, where every household and farm sheltered or hid refugees between 1941 and 1944, under penalty of death. In four years, thousands of Jewish refugees were saved; only nineteen were lost.
I appreciate the little bit of history. Thank you.
It’s my pleasure. I once wrote a sub-thesis on this village.
It must have been very interesting to investigate and write about it.
Trish, one of the most moving of all stories of a desperate time in France. A wonderful first line.
Philip Hallie’s book was the first attempt to tell the world about the death-defying efforts of these villagers, after more than 30 years. It’s a good book. The village is a very peaceful place – I recommend a visit.
Because of your post, Trish, PJ and I will be there in September. Thank you so much for this.
Well that’s amazing! And because of your post (sometime) I went to Elne, St Eulalie, today. The size and height of the church and its walls are mind-blowing. I went through the cloister too – I particularly liked the capitals of Eve being pulled from Adam’s rib (???).