Les villageois face à la guerre is a scholarly monograph that explores the lived experiences of rural French communities during the tumultuous periods of the 14th to 18th centuries. Drawing on archival documents, parish records, and contemporary accounts, the author reconstructs how wars, political upheavals, and shifting power structures shaped everyday life in the countryside. The work examines the role of local congresses and assemblies in mediating conflict, the economic pressures on peasant households, and the social networks that sustained communities amid instability. By situating rural conditions within broader historical narratives, the book offers a nuanced perspective on how ordinary people navigated the challenges of war, contributing to a deeper understanding of France’s social and cultural history.