The Life of Maximilien Robespierre

By George Henry Lewes

Book Overview

""The Life of Maximilien Robespierre"" is a biographical book written by George Henry Lewes that explores the life and political career of Maximilien Robespierre, a prominent figure during the French Revolution. The book delves into Robespierre's upbringing, education, and early political beliefs, as well as his rise to power and eventual downfall. Lewes also examines Robespierre's role in the Reign of Terror, a period of extreme violence and political repression during the French Revolution, and explores the controversies surrounding his legacy. The book provides a detailed account of Robespierre's life and offers insights into the political and social climate of the time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the French Revolution, political history, or the life of Maximilien Robespierre.1875. With extracts from his unpublished correspondence. Lewes, British philosopher and literary critic, writes the story of Robespierre, the best known of the leaders of the French Revolution. He was the leader of the Committee of Public Safety which oversaw the period of the French Revolution in which the revolutionaries consolidated their power and is referred to by some as the Reign of Terror. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: 1162645458
• ISBN13: 9781162645452
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"