An historical and moral view of the origin and progress of the French…
"An Historical and Moral View of the Origin and Progress of the French Revolution" by Mary Wollstonecraft is a historical account written in the late 18th century. The book explores the complex political, social, and moral ramifications of the French Revolution, delving into the ideas that shaped its development and the consequences it wrought upon France and Europe at large. Wollstonecraft aims to dissect the evolution of thought and the impact ofenlightenment philosophies on societal structures. At the start of the work, the author reflects on the early stages of human society and the slow emergence of political knowledge among the populace. She contrasts the progress achieved through intellectual and philosophical advancements with the destructive forces of superstition and despotism, particularly focusing on the conditions preceding the revolution. The opening chapters outline critical aspects of French history, including the roles of influential figures like Louis XIV and Marie Antoinette, as well as fundamental grievances that propelled the public towards revolt. Through a blend of historical narration and moral philosophy, Wollstonecraft seeks to analyze why the revolution emerged and its significance in the context of human rights and societal progress. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wollstonecraft, Mary, 1759-1797 |
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| LoC No. | 04012490 |
| Title | An historical and moral view of the origin and progress of the French Revolution; and the effect it has produced in Europe |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: J. Johnson,1794. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 43.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Note | Volume 1; no more published. |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Causes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 68724 |
| Release Date | Aug 10, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 138 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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