The A Tale of The French Revolution Sue, Eugène 1804-1857 creator De Leon, Daniel 1852-1914 De Leon, Solon 1883-1975 text utu 2011 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Sword of Honor; or, The Foundation of the French Republic" by Eugène Sue is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. This work is part of Sue's series, "The Mysteries of the People," showcasing his focus on the struggles of a proletarian family throughout history, particularly during the turbulent times of the French Revolution. Central to the narrative is the character John Lebrenn, who embodies the familial legacy and the fight against oppression during a pivotal era in France’s history. At the start of the novel, the setting is detailed, with a focus on a mysterious building in Paris and its significance to the Lebrenn family. Through the eyes of John Lebrenn, who reflects on his ancestors' sacrifices and the promise of a new republic, the reader is introduced to the oppressive atmosphere of the late royalist regime. The opening chapters reveal a clandestine meeting among Jews in the neighborhood who are preparing for the inevitable uprising against the establishment. As the characters navigate their interconnected fate amidst revolution, the themes of secrecy, rebellion, and the quest for justice are established, setting the tone for a narrative steeped in historical significance and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Title page says "Translated from the original French by Daniel De Leon" but translator's preface signed "Solon De Leon." Release date is 2011-03-19 Produced by Chuck Greif, Michigan Libraries and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Fiction PQ Original publication data not identified 10029412 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35633 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35633 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133819.0 35633