Publisher's Synopsis
The Contemporary History of the French Revolution is a book written by F. Bayford Harrison in 1889. It is a comprehensive account of the French Revolution, covering the period from 1789 to 1799. The book is divided into three parts: the first part covers the causes of the revolution, the second part deals with the events of the revolution itself, and the third part covers the aftermath of the revolution.Harrison's book is unique in that it was written during the time period of the events it describes. This gives the book a sense of immediacy and authenticity that is lacking in later histories of the revolution. The author was an eyewitness to many of the events he describes, and he draws on his own experiences as well as contemporary accounts to provide a vivid picture of the revolution.The book covers all the major events of the revolution, including the storming of the Bastille, the Reign of Terror, the rise of Napoleon, and the establishment of the Directory. Harrison also provides detailed accounts of the political, economic, and social factors that contributed to the revolution.Overall, The Contemporary History of the French Revolution is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this period. It is a well-researched and engaging account of 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.
