The French Revolution: A History by Thomas Carlyle

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Author Carlyle, Thomas, 1795-1881
Title The French Revolution: A History
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Note Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Sue Asscher and David Widger
Summary "The French Revolution: A History" by Thomas Carlyle is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book examines the causes, unfolding, and consequences of the French Revolution, exploring the dynamics between the monarchy and the populace while highlighting the significant transformations occurring during this tumultuous period in France. At the start of the narrative, Carlyle introduces the dying King Louis XV. against a backdrop of political indifference and social decay. He portrays the King's illness as a symbolic event reflecting the wider malaise gripping France. The opening chapters draw a stark contrast between the fervent loyalty once shown to Louis XV. and the current apathy towards his suffering, underscoring a crisis of authority and the growing dissatisfaction among the populace. In this rich and detailed exposition, Carlyle touches on various historical figures and societal elements, setting the stage for the monumental changes that the Revolution would soon bring. The commentary alludes to a brewing discontent, foreshadowing the upheaval that would soon engulf the nation. (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
Subject France -- History -- Louis XVI, 1774-1793
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EBook-No. 1301
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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