The Abbé Sieyès: An Essay In The Politics Of The French Revolution

By John Harold Clapham

Book Overview

What drives a nation to redefine itself? In the crucible of late eighteenth-century France, the Abb Siey s emerged as a pivotal architect of revolutionary political thought. J. H. Clapham's historical political essay, The Abb Siey s: An Essay In The Politics Of The French Revolution, traces the extraordinary influence and enduring legacy of Siey s, whose ideas shaped the very core of French Revolution politics and Enlightenment era political philosophy. With incisive clarity, Clapham explores Siey s's role in the transformation of France's political landscape, offering a nuanced political theory analysis that reveals the ambitions, conflicts, and innovations of a nation on the brink of change. This is not just a study of one man, but a sweeping political history study that illuminates the complex forces at play in revolutionary France. For academic history readers, French Revolution scholars, and anyone captivated by the drama of eighteenth-century France, this work offers essential context and insight into the philosophical currents that propelled a society from monarchy to modernity. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Both a collector's delight and a vital reference for those passionate about political philosophy works, The Abb Siey s stands as a cultural touchstone in the study of revolutionary political influence.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354183360
• ISBN13: 9789354183362
• Release Date: October 2020
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"