Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Maximilien Robespierre is a biography written by George Henry Lewes that explores the life and political career of Maximilien Robespierre, one of the key figures of the French Revolution. The book delves into Robespierre's early life, his education, and his rise to power as a prominent figure in the Jacobin Club. It examines his role in the Reign of Terror, his controversial policies, and his eventual downfall. Lewes provides a detailed analysis of Robespierre's political ideology and his vision for a new France. The book also explores the cultural and social context of the French Revolution and its impact on European history. The Life of Maximilien Robespierre is a comprehensive and insightful biography that sheds light on one of the most fascinating and controversial figures of the French Revolution.1875. With extracts from his unpublished correspondence. Lewes, British philosopher and literary critic, writes the story of Robespierre, the best known of the leaders of the French Revolution. He was the leader of the Committee of Public Safety which oversaw the period of the French Revolution in which the revolutionaries consolidated their power and is referred to by some as the Reign of Terror. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
