Un Sac de Billes – Joseph Joffo – Thematic Analysis Resource: Antisemitism and the Persecution of Jews in France

A concise analytical resource in French examining antisemitism and the persecution of Jews in Un Sac de Billes.

This resource explores the historical and social context of wartime France, highlighting how discrimination, anti-Jewish laws and persecution shape the experiences, decisions and development of Joseph and Maurice.

Key features:

• Clear explanation of antisemitism and its impact in wartime France
• Exploration of Vichy laws, the yellow star and Jewish persecution
• Insight into key events such as arrests, flight and survival strategies
• Analysis of social attitudes, including both hostility and solidarity
• Structured, accessible content suitable for revision and reference

Includes an accompanying worksheet to reinforce and practise key concepts.