Chroniques d'hier et d'aujourd'hui presents concise historical sketches intended to connect past events with present-day perspectives. Written in French and illustrated by M. Prat, the volume appears to use the chronicle form to make history accessible to general readers and students of the language. Its subjects suggest a focus on historical themes, reading practice, and French-language study, with material arranged for reflection rather than narrative entertainment. The two known Didier editions from 1959 indicate a mid-century publication aimed at an audience interested in history through short, approachable texts.