Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 426 by Various
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871 |
| Editor | Chambers, William, 1800-1883 |
| Title |
Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 426 Volume 17, New Series, February 28, 1852 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Richard J. Shiffer and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Summary | "Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 426" by Various is a historical periodical written in the mid-19th century. This publication likely contains a collection of articles, essays, and reviews on various topics, reflecting the social, political, and scientific issues of its time. The journal's opening portion examines the complex character of Maximilien Robespierre, one of the prominent figures of the French Revolution, challenging the commonly held perception of him as a tyrant. The opening of the journal delves into the enigmatic persona of Robespierre, contrasting popular beliefs with a more nuanced understanding of his motivations and character. It describes his austere life in Paris, his philosophical ambitions, and his role as a fervent advocate for the revolutionary ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity. Through a detailed exploration of his personal life, including his connections with the Duplay family and his solemn attachment to Eléonore Duplay, the narrative highlights the contradictions in Robespierre’s life—a man driven by his beliefs while also exhibiting signs of personal kindness and struggle against the violence of the Reign of Terror that he helped to instigate. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16953 |
| Release Date | Oct 27, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 199 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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