The French Revolution - Volume 1 by Hippolyte Taine

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Author Taine, Hippolyte, 1828-1893
Annotator Rom, Svend
Translator Durand, John, 1822-1908
Title The French Revolution - Volume 1
Note Part of the series Origins of contemporary France. [v.2-4]
Note Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Svend Rom and David Widger
Summary "The French Revolution - Volume 1" by Hippolyte Taine is a historical account written in the late 19th century, exploring the tumultuous events that led to the collapse of the French monarchy and the rise of revolutionary forces. The book delves into the chaotic atmosphere of France around the time of the Revolution, emphasizing the social, economic, and political factors that contributed to widespread disorder and upheaval. The opening of the volume sets the stage for the Revolution by introducing critical themes such as anarchy and civil unrest. It describes the dire food shortages and high prices in the late 1780s, which ignited the frustrations of the populace, leading to violent protests and riots. Taine highlights the alarming conditions in Paris, where desperation and hunger drove people to frenzy, culminating in pivotal events like the storming of the Bastille. Through a detailed examination of food scarcity, social dynamics, and the aspirations of the lower classes, the opening chapters draw readers into the complexities of the revolutionary spirit and the breakdown of the traditional order in France. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Subject France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799
Category Text
EBook-No. 2578
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 10, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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