Paris And Its Provinces 1792-1802
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Richard Cobb
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, New York, 1975
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: some rubbing to dust jacket cover; some creasing to edges of dust jacket; pages in good condition
This historical account chronicles the tumultuous decade of the French Revolution, focusing on the intricate and often fraught relationship between the revolutionary capital, Paris, and the diverse provinces of France. Richard Cobb meticulously uncovers the social, political, and economic dynamics that shaped this pivotal era, illustrating how regional identities and local concerns frequently clashed with the centralizing ambitions of the Parisian government. The narrative presents a vivid panorama of a nation in upheaval, detailing the profound impact of revolutionary policies on everyday life across the varied landscapes of France. It argues for a nuanced understanding of the period, moving beyond a purely Parisian perspective to reveal the complex interplay of forces that defined the birth of modern France in Paris And Its Provinces 1792-1802.
Author: Richard Cobb
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, New York, 1975
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: some rubbing to dust jacket cover; some creasing to edges of dust jacket; pages in good condition
This historical account chronicles the tumultuous decade of the French Revolution, focusing on the intricate and often fraught relationship between the revolutionary capital, Paris, and the diverse provinces of France. Richard Cobb meticulously uncovers the social, political, and economic dynamics that shaped this pivotal era, illustrating how regional identities and local concerns frequently clashed with the centralizing ambitions of the Parisian government. The narrative presents a vivid panorama of a nation in upheaval, detailing the profound impact of revolutionary policies on everyday life across the varied landscapes of France. It argues for a nuanced understanding of the period, moving beyond a purely Parisian perspective to reveal the complex interplay of forces that defined the birth of modern France in Paris And Its Provinces 1792-1802.