Publisher's Synopsis
""Historical View of the French Revolution: From Its Earliest Indications to the Flight of the King in 1791"" is a comprehensive account of one of the most significant events in European history. Written by renowned French historian Jules Michelet, the book offers a detailed and engaging exploration of the French Revolution, from its earliest beginnings to the flight of King Louis XVI in 1791.Michelet's work is divided into several parts, each of which delves into different aspects of the Revolution. The first part provides an overview of the political and social conditions in France leading up to the Revolution, including the economic struggles faced by the lower classes and the corruption and excesses of the monarchy. The second part focuses on the early stages of the Revolution, including the fall of the Bastille and the formation of the National Assembly.Subsequent parts of the book explore the various phases of the Revolution, including the Reign of Terror and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. Throughout the book, Michelet provides detailed analyses of key events and figures, as well as insightful commentary on the social and political forces that shaped the Revolution.Written in a clear and accessible style, ""Historical View of the French Revolution"" remains an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding this pivotal moment in European history. Michelet's work is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential accounts of the Revolution, and it continues to be studied and debated by historians and scholars today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
