The Contemporary History Of The French Revolution (1889)

by F. Bayford Harrison

Book Overview

""The Contemporary History of the French Revolution"" is a historical account of the French Revolution, written by F. Bayford Harrison and published in 1889. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the events that led up to the revolution, the key players involved, and the impact it had on France and the world.Harrison's book is written in a narrative style, making it easy to follow and understand. He covers a range of topics, including the political, social, and economic factors that contributed to the revolution, the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, and the aftermath of the revolution.One of the strengths of the book is its use of primary sources. Harrison draws on a wide range of contemporary accounts, including newspaper articles, diaries, and letters, to provide a firsthand perspective on the events of the revolution. This approach helps to bring the history to life, making it more engaging and accessible to readers.Overall, ""The Contemporary History of the French Revolution"" is an important historical work that provides a detailed and insightful account of one of the most significant events in European history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the French Revolution and its impact on modern society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104251507
• ISBN13: 9781104251505
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"