Les grands orateurs de la Révolution by F.-A. Aulard
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"Les grands orateurs de la Révolution" by François-Alphonse Aulard is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the prominent orators of the French Revolution, particularly highlighting figures such as Mirabeau, Vergniaud, Danton, and Robespierre, and examining their contributions to the revolutionary discourse and politics. At the start of the work, the narrative delves into the early life and eloquent prowess of Honoré Gabriel de Mirabeau, illustrating
his preparation for oratory during his years of imprisonment. It details his exceptional self-education through extensive reading, his written works that reflect his diverse knowledge, and elaborates on his natural talent for persuasive speech. Aulard emphasizes that Mirabeau's studies, papers, and letters were not just personal expressions but exercises that honed his oratorical skills, ultimately positioning him for a significant role in the political upheaval that characterized the Revolution. The opening portion sets the stage for understanding how Mirabeau's experiences shaped not only his character but also his impact on the emerging revolutionary ideals in France. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Aulard, F.-A. (François-Alphonse), 1849-1928 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Les grands orateurs de la Révolution Mirabeau, Vergniaud, Danton, Robespierre |
| Credits | Produced by Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Robespierre, Maximilien, 1758-1794 |
| Subject | France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Biography |
| Subject | Mirabeau, Victor de Riquetti, marquis de, 1715-1789 |
| Subject | Vergniaud, Pierre-Victurnien, 1753-1793 |
| Subject | Danton, Georges Jacques, 1759-1794 |
| Subject | Orators -- France -- 18th century -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8822 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | May 31, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 358 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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