Un Sac de Billes – Joseph Joffo – Contextual Analysis Resource: Historical, Social and Cultural Background

A concise analytical resource in French examining the historical, social and cultural context of Un Sac de Billes.

This resource explores life in France during the German Occupation (1940–1944), highlighting how war, antisemitic laws and social conditions shape the experiences, dangers and development of the protagonists.

Key features:

• Clear overview of France under German Occupation
• Exploration of antisemitic laws and their impact on daily life
• Insight into persecution, control and survival during wartime
• Analysis of social conditions, including shortages and restrictions
• Examination of solidarity, resistance and moral choices

Includes an accompanying worksheet to reinforce and practise key concepts.