Histoire des Montagnards by Alphonse Esquiros
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"Histoire des Montagnards" by Alphonse Esquiros is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the events of the French Revolution, specifically focusing on the Montagnards, a political faction during a tumultuous period in French history. Esquiros seeks to explore the essence of the Revolution through the eyes of those who witnessed it, aiming to provide insights and testimonies that illuminate the motivations and principles behind the actions
of these revolutionary figures. The opening of "Histoire des Montagnards" features the author's introduction and reflections about the Revolutionary period, drawing on his personal encounters with notable figures such as Barère and the sister of Marat. Esquiros shares his quest to capture the spirit and sentiments of the era despite the reluctance of many participants to discuss their experiences openly. The narrative highlights the contrasting perspectives between the veiled pain of defenders of the Republic and their public personas. Through detailed accounts, the author sets the stage for a larger examination of how these individuals perceived the revolutionary cause and their ultimate sacrifices for virtue and liberty. This opening segment serves to prepare the reader for the complexity of the historical analysis to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Esquiros, Alphonse, 1812-1876 |
|---|---|
| Title | Histoire des Montagnards |
| Credits | Produced by Carlo Traverso, Tonya Allen and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 9643 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 490 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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