Rising Above the Ruins in France - (Paperback or Softback)

"Rising Above the Ruins in France" offers a poignant account of the recovery efforts in the regions of France most devastated by World War I. Written shortly after the armistice, Corinna Haven Putnam Smith provides a detailed look at the progress made in reestablishing industrial activities and restoring a sense of normalcy to the lives of the people. The book emphasizes the resilience and determination of the French population as they worked to rebuild their communities and livelihoods in the face of widespread destruction. Smith's narrative captures the spirit of the era, documenting the challenges and triumphs of a nation grappling with the aftermath of war. It is a valuable historical document, providing insights into the social, economic, and emotional landscape of post-war France, and a testament to the enduring human capacity for renewal and hope.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• | Author: Corinna Haven Putnam Smith
• | Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• | Publication Date: May 22, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 00366 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 1023867435
• | ISBN-13: 9781023867436