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Title: The Origins of Contemporary France, Complete Table of Contents
Note: Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: David Widger
Summary: "The Origins of Contemporary France, Complete Table of Contents" by Hippolyte Taine is a historical account written during the late 19th century. This comprehensive work seeks to explore the sociopolitical developments and philosophical shifts that have shaped modern France, particularly in relation to the ancient regime, the French Revolution, and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. Taine's exploration encompasses a detailed analysis of the structures, morals, and doctrines inherent to these pivotal historical moments. In the first volume, Taine focuses on the impact of the ancient regime, outlining the privileges and roles of the clergy, nobility, and monarchy, and the resulting societal dynamics. He portrays the transition into the French Revolution, illustrating how the ancien régime's failures led to widespread disenfranchisement and discontent among the populace. As the narrative progresses into discussions of the revolutionary fervor, Taine examines the emergence of political factions like the Jacobins, the eventual escalation into terror, and the centralization of power under Napoleon. Through an intricate tapestry of historical events and philosophical ideas, Taine captures the evolution of France against the backdrop of crises and reforms that heralded its modern identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Taine, Hippolyte, 1828-1893
Annotator: Rom, Svend
Editor: Widger, David, 1932-2021?
Translator: Durand, John, 1822-1908
EBook No.: 23524
Published: Jun 22, 2008
Downloads: 129
Language: English
Subject: France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799
Subject: Indexes
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: The Origins of Contemporary France, Complete Table of Contents
Note: Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: David Widger
Summary: "The Origins of Contemporary France, Complete Table of Contents" by Hippolyte Taine is a historical account written during the late 19th century. This comprehensive work seeks to explore the sociopolitical developments and philosophical shifts that have shaped modern France, particularly in relation to the ancient regime, the French Revolution, and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. Taine's exploration encompasses a detailed analysis of the structures, morals, and doctrines inherent to these pivotal historical moments. In the first volume, Taine focuses on the impact of the ancient regime, outlining the privileges and roles of the clergy, nobility, and monarchy, and the resulting societal dynamics. He portrays the transition into the French Revolution, illustrating how the ancien régime's failures led to widespread disenfranchisement and discontent among the populace. As the narrative progresses into discussions of the revolutionary fervor, Taine examines the emergence of political factions like the Jacobins, the eventual escalation into terror, and the centralization of power under Napoleon. Through an intricate tapestry of historical events and philosophical ideas, Taine captures the evolution of France against the backdrop of crises and reforms that heralded its modern identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Taine, Hippolyte, 1828-1893
Annotator: Rom, Svend
Editor: Widger, David, 1932-2021?
Translator: Durand, John, 1822-1908
EBook No.: 23524
Published: Jun 22, 2008
Downloads: 129
Language: English
Subject: France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799
Subject: Indexes
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.