Légendes démocratiques du Nord by Jules Michelet
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"Légendes démocratiques du Nord" by Jules Michelet is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work delves into the heroic figures and events of Polish history, particularly emphasizing the significance of Tadeusz Kościuszko and the plight of the Polish people in the face of tyranny. Through a combination of political commentary and historical reflection, the book seeks to revive and honor the spirit of the Polish struggle for freedom and
democracy. At the start of the narrative, Michelet offers a reverent tribute to Tadeusz Kościuszko, portraying him as a paragon of virtue and heroism, embodying the noble qualities of the Polish nation. He critiques those who have judged Kościuszko too harshly, noting that his innate goodness may have been a liability in a time of harsh political necessity. The opening sets the stage for a broader exploration of the themes of national identity, courage, and the intricate ties between Poland and its neighbors, particularly in relation to Russia. Michelet addresses the enduring spirit of the Polish people despite their suffering and dismemberment, suggesting that Poland, though seemingly dead, retains a vital national consciousness that cannot be extinguished. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Michelet, Jules, 1798-1874 |
|---|---|
| Title | Légendes démocratiques du Nord |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/L%C3%A9gendes_d%C3%A9mocratiques_du_Nord |
| Credits |
Produced by Laurent Vogel, Denis Pronovost and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at gallica.bnf.fr) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DK: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland |
| LoC Class | DR: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Balkan Peninsula, Turkey |
| Subject | Kościuszko, Tadeusz, 1746-1817 |
| Subject | Romania -- History |
| Subject | Russia -- Politics and government -- 1801-1825 |
| Subject | Europe, Eastern -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47522 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-47522-6 |
| Release Date | Dec 3, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 398 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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