VOICED : Love of letters: a 70 year Romanian saga starring Twain

The video explores the lives of the Schwartz sisters, who dedicated themselves to collecting autographs and photos of literary giants. Their collection, stored securely, includes works from Jules Vern, Mark Twain, and Emile Zola. The sisters, of Jewish origin, corresponded on anti-Semitism during the Dreyfus Affair. They founded the Lumina charity to aid children of all origins. Their collection and efforts left a significant cultural legacy.

What was the primary focus of the Schwartz sisters' collection?

• Musical compositions

• Historical artifacts

• Autographs and photos of literary giants

• Paintings of famous artists

During which historical event did the Schwartz sisters focus on anti-Semitism?

• The French Revolution

• The Dreyfus Affair

• World War I

• The Industrial Revolution

Who was Captain Alfred Dreyfus?

• A young French soldier of Jewish descent

• A famous writer

• A political leader

• A renowned artist

What was the purpose of the Lumina charity founded by the Schwartz sisters?

• To preserve historical artifacts

• To fund scientific research

• To support children in difficult situations

• To promote literature

What significant issue did the sisters address in their letters to influential figures?

• The rise of industrialization

• The expulsion of Jews from Romania

• The decline of traditional arts

• The spread of infectious diseases