Women Of The French Revolution

By Winifred Stephens Whale and Winfred Stephens

Book Overview

Women of the French Revolution is a historical non-fiction book written by Winifred Stephens. The book explores the role of women during the French Revolution, a period of political upheaval in France that lasted from 1789 to 1799. Stephens sheds light on the contributions of women to the revolution, both on the front lines and behind the scenes.The book begins with an overview of the social and political context of the French Revolution, including the economic crisis, the rise of the bourgeoisie, and the influence of Enlightenment ideas. Stephens then introduces readers to a diverse group of women who played a significant role in the revolution, including activists, writers, politicians, and soldiers.Throughout the book, Stephens examines the challenges faced by women during the revolution, including the struggle for political rights and the fight against gender-based violence. She also explores the ways in which women were able to use their unique position in society to effect change, such as by organizing protests and participating in political clubs.Women of the French Revolution is a well-researched and engaging account of the role of women in one of the most significant events in modern European history. It offers a fresh perspective on the revolution, highlighting the contributions of women who have often been overlooked in traditional accounts of the period.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: 1162801832
• ISBN13: 9781162801834
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"