History of the Girondists, Volume I by Alphonse de Lamartine
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About this eBook
| Author | Lamartine, Alphonse de, 1790-1869 |
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| Translator | Ryde, H. T. (Henry T.) |
| Title |
History of the Girondists, Volume I Personal Memoirs of the Patriots of the French Revolution |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net |
| Summary | "History of the Girondists, Volume I" by Alphonse de Lamartine is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work provides a detailed exploration of a political faction during the French Revolution, focusing on the Girondists, who represented moderate republican views in contrast to the radical Jacobins. The book aims to offer personal memoirs and insights into the lives, ideas, and struggles of the key figures involved in this tumultuous period of French history. The opening of this volume establishes the context for the narrative by reflecting on the aftermath of Mirabeau’s death and the consequent power struggles in the National Assembly. It introduces an array of prominent characters, including Mirabeau, Robespierre, and La Fayette, while outlining the intricate dynamics between revolutionary zeal and governmental authority. Lamartine emphasizes the bloodstained and instructive nature of the events, framing the actions and fates of these individuals as a poignant commentary on the broader themes of justice, morality, and the human condition during the Revolution. He seeks to impart lessons from this pivotal moment, indicating that the tale will encompass not just facts, but the intricate philosophy of the age and its key players. (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 | Girondists |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18094 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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