Publisher's Synopsis
""Tales of the First French Revolution"" is a historical novel written by Anne Marsh-Caldwell in 1849. The book is set during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution, which took place between 1789 and 1799. The novel is a collection of short stories that depict the lives of various characters who were affected by the revolution. The stories in the book are fictional but are based on real events and people from the time period. The author uses her imagination to create compelling characters and plots that bring to life the chaos and violence of the revolution. The book is divided into three parts, each with its own set of stories. The first part focuses on the early years of the revolution, when the people of France were beginning to rise up against the monarchy. The second part covers the height of the revolution, when the Reign of Terror was in full swing and thousands of people were executed. The final part of the book deals with the aftermath of the revolution, as France struggled to rebuild and find a new way forward. Throughout the book, the author explores themes of love, betrayal, and sacrifice. She also provides a detailed look at the political and social climate of the time, including the role of the nobility, the rise of the bourgeoisie, and the struggle for power between different factions. Overall, ""Tales of the First French Revolution"" is a gripping and informative novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most important events in European history.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.
