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_aJohnston, R. M. _q(Robert Matteson), _d1867-1920 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe French Revolution: A Short History |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2006-10-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Al Haines | ||
| 520 | _a"The French Revolution: A Short History" by R. M. Johnston is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the major events and implications of the French Revolution, seeking to clarify its significance amidst the overwhelming details established by previous historical accounts. The author aims to strip away the lesser-known incidents and individuals to focus on the pivotal aspects that shaped this monumental political upheaval. The beginning of the text sets the stage for an in-depth analysis of the French Revolution by discussing the varying perspectives historians have adopted since the revolution's conclusion. Johnston emphasizes the importance of context and distance in understanding the revolution's true impact on France and Europe. He introduces key figures like Voltaire, Rousseau, and Madame de Staël, whose ideas contributed to the revolutionary climate, while also touching on the socio-political dynamics that led to widespread unrest, including deep-seated class privilege, economic crisis, and dissatisfaction with the monarchy. This introduction provides a framework for the larger narrative that follows, as Johnston embarks on a detailed examination of how these factors culminated in a revolutionary movement that redefined the French sociopolitical landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aFrance -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 | ||
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