Come and discuss Alexandre Regad’s book, which tells the true story of the witch-hunted women of Morzine. A gripping ensemble narrative about these women who were forcibly interned, and the struggle of some of them against obscurantism.
The women, witches and she-devils of Morzine will take centre stage with Alexandre Regad, author of the book *Les réprouvées*, published by Encre fraîche. Drawing on a true story, he recounts how several women, seized by almost demonic convulsive fits, were placed in isolation by the authorities at the end of the 19th century. A choral narrative that gives a voice to these mistreated women as they faced the authorities, doctors, men in white coats and men of the church. A book about the treatment of madness, misogyny and obscurantism. Do come along and hear this breathtaking story, which unfolded right on our doorstep!
Book signings and drinks to follow the event.
