Despatches From Paris, 1784-1790 offers a unique window into a pivotal period in European history through the eyes of British diplomats stationed in Paris. This collection, meticulously compiled from the archives of the British Legation and Foreign Office, provides firsthand accounts of the events leading up to the French Revolution. The despatches, penned by figures such as the Duke of Dorset, capture the political, social, and economic climate of pre-revolutionary France, offering invaluable insights into the growing unrest and the eventual collapse of the ancien r gime.
Edited and introduced by Oscar Browning, this volume presents a detailed narrative of diplomatic exchanges, court intrigues, and the day-to-day observations of British officials navigating the complex world of 18th-century Parisian society. These primary source documents shed light on the evolving relationship between Britain and France, and the early warning signs of the revolutionary storm that would soon engulf Europe. A crucial resource for historians and anyone interested in the French Revolution, Despatches From Paris provides an intimate and authoritative perspective on a transformative era.
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