Memoirs to Illustrate the History of My Time, Volume 1 by François Guizot
"Memoirs to Illustrate the History of My Time, Volume 1" by François Guizot is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work provides a personal recollection of events and sentiments from Guizot's life, particularly in relation to the political upheaval and restoration of France following the Napoleonic era. It explores the complexities of French society during a time of significant change, narrated through the author's experiences and reflections on keyhistorical figures and moments. The opening of the memoir establishes Guizot’s intent to document his life story and the turbulent historical context he navigated, acknowledging both the personal and societal struggles during this period. He reflects on his early experiences in society, his political introductions, and the contrasting political landscapes he encountered, including his connections with notable figures like M. de Châteaubriand and Madame de Staël. Guizot also lays the groundwork for his role during the Restoration of the Bourbon monarchy, emphasizing the challenges of balancing liberty, order, and the restoration of France's political identity amidst ongoing discontent and factionalism in the nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Guizot, François, 1787-1874 |
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| Translator | Cole, John William, -1870 |
| Title | Memoirs to Illustrate the History of My Time, Volume 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Paul Murray, Carla Foust, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | France -- History -- Restoration, 1814-1830 |
| Subject | France -- History -- Louis Philippe, 1830-1848 |
| Subject | France -- Politics and government -- 1814-1830 |
| Subject | France -- Politics and government -- 1830-1848 |
| Subject | Europe -- Politics and government -- 1815-1848 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28169 |
| Release Date | Feb 24, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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